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  • Chef & Line Cook
    Chef & Line Cook
    5 days ago
    $15–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    East Bronx, The Bronx

    Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and driven Chef to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food, organization, and creativity. The Chef will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, kitchen management, and ensuring high-quality dishes are consistently delivered. This position offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to take on leadership, training, and menu development as our business expands. ⸻ Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes consistently., • Design and update menus, introducing new and seasonal items., • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards in the kitchen., • Manage food inventory, purchasing, and waste control., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, promoting skill development., • Collaborate with management to maintain cost efficiency and profitability., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations., • Uphold and enhance the overall dining experience for customers. ⸻ Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Chef or strong background in culinary roles., • Knowledge of diverse cuisines and cooking techniques., • Strong leadership and team collaboration skills., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities., • Creativity in food presentation and menu planning. ⸻ Growth Opportunities: • Leadership: Move into Head Chef / Kitchen Manager roles as the business grows., • Menu Development: Freedom to experiment and design new signature dishes., • Training & Development: Opportunity to build and lead a team of kitchen staff., • Business Expansion: Play a key role in scaling kitchen operations and brand reputation. ⸻ What We Offer: • Competitive pay and performance-based incentives., • Clear path for career growth and leadership roles., • Supportive team environment with respect for work-life balance., • Opportunities for creativity, innovation, and professional development.

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  • Pastry Chef/ Baker
    Pastry Chef/ Baker
    13 days ago
    $20–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    Irvington

    Job Overview We are moving into our busy season and seeking a passionate and talented Pastry Chef with a minimum of FIVE YEARS EXPERIENCE to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating exquisite baked goods and desserts that delight our customers and elevate our culinary offerings. Your expertise in pastry arts, cake decorating, and food presentation will help craft memorable experiences for every guest. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where quality and innovation are at the forefront. Duties • Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts with precision and artistic flair, • Decorate cakes and confections using advanced cake decorating techniques to ensure visual appeal, • Manage food production processes, including portioning, packaging, and presentation of baked goods, • Maintain high standards of food safety, handling, and cleanliness in accordance with industry regulations, • Assist in food preparation for catering events or special occasions, ensuring timely delivery, • Collaborate with team members to develop new recipes and improve existing pastry offerings, • Ensure all kitchen operations adhere to food industry standards for quality and safety Qualifications • Proven pastry experience with a strong portfolio of baked goods and desserts, • Skilled in cake decorating, food handling, and food presentation techniques, • Extensive knowledge of baking principles, culinary techniques, and kitchen equipment, • Experience in food production, food preparation, and kitchen operations within a restaurant or catering environment, • Excellent knife skills and proficiency in food safety practices, • Strong customer service orientation with the ability to work efficiently under pressure, • Previous experience in the food industry or culinary setting preferred; catering or restaurant experience is a plus Join us as a Pastry Chef and bring your creative talents to life while delighting our guests with exceptional baked creations! • Flexible schedule Work Location: In person All analytics data provided here is for informational purposes only and Indeed does not guarantee its acc

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  • Chef & Line Cook
    Chef & Line Cook
    2 months ago
    $15–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    East Bronx, The Bronx

    Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and driven Chef to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food, organization, and creativity. The Chef will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, kitchen management, and ensuring high-quality dishes are consistently delivered. This position offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to take on leadership, training, and menu development as our business expands. ⸻ Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes consistently., • Design and update menus, introducing new and seasonal items., • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards in the kitchen., • Manage food inventory, purchasing, and waste control., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, promoting skill development., • Collaborate with management to maintain cost efficiency and profitability., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations., • Uphold and enhance the overall dining experience for customers. ⸻ Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Chef or strong background in culinary roles., • Knowledge of diverse cuisines and cooking techniques., • Strong leadership and team collaboration skills., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities., • Creativity in food presentation and menu planning. ⸻ Growth Opportunities: • Leadership: Move into Head Chef / Kitchen Manager roles as the business grows., • Menu Development: Freedom to experiment and design new signature dishes., • Training & Development: Opportunity to build and lead a team of kitchen staff., • Business Expansion: Play a key role in scaling kitchen operations and brand reputation. ⸻ What We Offer: • Competitive pay and performance-based incentives., • Clear path for career growth and leadership roles., • Supportive team environment with respect for work-life balance., • Opportunities for creativity, innovation, and professional development.

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  • Food Runner
    Food Runner
    5 days ago
    Part-time
    Hackensack

    JOB DESCRIPTION | FOOD RUNNER Are you ready to work where every shift feels like a celebration? At Rosa Mexicano, we combine the vibrant spirit of Mexico with an elevated dining experience — and we're looking for passionate, upbeat Food Runners to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced, fun environment and love creating memorable moments for guests, this is your chance to shine. Bring your energy, hospitality, and smile — we'll provide the rest! Why You'll Love Working With Us • A culture that celebrates teamwork, diversity, and genuine hospitality, • Great earning potential and career growth opportunities, • Dining discounts for you (and your favorite people!), • Commuter benefits & health coverage options, • A place where your personality matters as much as your skills What You'll Do • We believe in Warm Latin Hospitality, welcome every guest like they're walking into your home, • Serve up the best part of the guest experience – the culinary experience, • Follow our Service Steps as outlined, • Double check each dish at Expo for accuracy, special requests, and timing, • Garnish and finish every plate before it leaves the kitchen, following our recipe specs, • Move with purpose and positivity, staying calm and focused even when the restaurant is buzzing, • Ensure food arrives promptly, presented by seat numbers, and at the right temperature, • Maintain all Health and Sanitation Standards, • Keep a "never walk past a napkin on the floor" mentality, • Act as the link between the dining room and the kitchen, communicating effectively, • Work with Chef and the kitchen to maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked expo area so the kitchen runs efficiently through every rush, • Quickly clean and turnover tables to maintain dining room efficiency, • Handle glassware, silverware, and plateware with care, • Participate in pre-shifts, trainings, and team meetings — because we grow together, • Work together with your teammates to keep the energy high and the service seamless — at Rosa Mexicano, teamwork is always on the menu Interested? Walk in any day of the week between lunch and dinner service (2-5 PM) Ask for a manager; we never miss the chance to meet top talent. Skills and Qualifications • Guest Service Experience - 1 Year preferred, • Ability to multi-task while staying organized, • Ability to stand on your feet through a shift, • High School Degree or GED required COMPETITIVE PAY Consistent with experience Supplemental Pay Tips Rosa Mexicano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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  • Back of House Manager
    Back of House Manager
    6 days ago
    $60000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Edgewater

    Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Job description: Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available. If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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