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  • Kitchen Manager
    Kitchen Manager
    4 hours ago
    Full-time
    Elizabeth

    24K Restaurant & Lounge in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking an experienced, reliable, and hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, manage staff, maintain food quality, and ensure efficient service. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can maintain an organized, productive kitchen while controlling food costs, managing inventory, and ensuring consistency across regular dining, brunch, private events, and high-volume service. Job Responsibilities Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including opening, preparation, service, and closing. Create and manage weekly kitchen staff schedules. Supervise, train, and evaluate cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers. Assist with hiring, onboarding, and developing kitchen employees. Establish and enforce kitchen procedures, standards, and accountability. Create daily prep lists and ensure all stations are fully prepared before service. Conduct inventory counts every Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday. Manage food ordering, deliveries, vendor communication, and stock levels. Monitor food costs, portion control, waste, and product usage. Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion sizes. Manage kitchen ticket times and coordinate orders to ensure timely service. Work hands-on at cooking stations during busy periods or staffing shortages. Coordinate food preparation for private dinners, brunches, and large events. Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, sanitation, and food safety standards. Monitor equipment conditions, refrigeration temperatures, and maintenance needs. Communicate operational concerns, staffing needs, and inventory shortages to the Director of Operations. Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently within established labor and food budgets. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience. Previous kitchen management or supervisory experience preferred. Experience in high-volume restaurant operations. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills. Knowledge of inventory management, food ordering, and cost control. Ability to cook, supervise, and manage multiple orders under pressure. Knowledge of American and Caribbean cuisine preferred. Understanding of food safety and sanitation requirements. Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Position: Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week Compensation: $900–$1,000 Weekly Location: 323 N. Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208 We are looking for a Kitchen Manager who takes ownership of the kitchen, leads by example, maintains high standards, and ensures the team is prepared for every service. Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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  • Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    24 days ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries LaTasse Café | Downtown Newark, NJ | On-site Position: Full-time, approximately 35–40 hours per week Pay: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Primarily morning and daytime shifts, including weekends. Flexibility to cover other scheduled shifts is required. Café operating hours are 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. LaTasse Café is seeking an experienced chef or cook with a strong understanding of specialty sandwich preparation, ingredient quality, and presentation. Our menu features French-inspired and café-style sandwiches alongside coffee, pastries, fresh juices, and smoothies. You will prepare sandwiches with consistent flavor and portions, bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, and maintain an organized food preparation station. Reporting to the Café Manager, you will bring culinary skill, reliability, and attention to detail to every order. Responsibilities • Prepare specialty sandwiches, including jambon-beurre, chicken and provolone, tuna, and vegetarian options., • Prepare ingredients according to approved recipes, balancing flavor, texture, and presentation., • Handle breads, meats, cheeses, vegetables, and spreads carefully to maintain freshness and quality., • Organize ingredient preparation before service and keep the station stocked., • Follow recipe and portion standards; recommend improvements for management approval., • Bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, following product instructions and monitoring oven times and temperatures., • Maintain attractive pastry displays and monitor product freshness., • Coordinate with baristas to complete in-person, pickup, and delivery orders efficiently., • Package and label orders accurately, keeping products presentable during transport., • Follow food safety, allergen precautions, temperature control, storage, and date-labeling procedures., • Rotate stock, track waste, and communicate ingredient shortages., • Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, and preparation areas., • Complete opening, closing, and shift handover duties. Required qualifications • At least two years of professional food preparation experience as a chef or cook in a café, restaurant, deli, or sandwich shop., • Demonstrated skill preparing specialty sandwiches with consistent quality., • Understanding of bread selection, ingredient preparation, flavor combinations, and portion control., • A current food handler certificate is required before your first shift., • Ability to operate café ovens safely and follow ready-to-bake pastry instructions., • Strong organization, cleanliness, teamwork, and order accuracy., • Ability to work efficiently during busy service., • Reliable attendance and a dependable commute to Downtown Newark., • Availability for agreed shifts, including weekends. Culinary training and experience with French-style sandwiches are preferred. Training will be provided on LaTasse’s recipes and pastry products.

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  • Packer / Loader
    Packer / Loader
    1 month ago
    $22–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Union, Union

    Job Summary LXS Homes is growing, and we are looking for dedicated, hardworking, and experienced Movers and Drivers to join our professional relocation and logistics team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely packing, loading, transporting, and unloading furniture, equipment, and household goods for our residential clients. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in the moving industry, strong physical stamina, excellent customer service skills, and—for driver applicants—a clean driving record and experience operating box trucks or commercial moving vehicles. If you take pride in doing a job carefully, efficiently, and with a positive attitude, we want you on our team. Key Responsibilities Safe Transport & Driving: Safely drive and navigate company moving trucks to and from client locations, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations. * Packing & Wrapping: Properly wrap furniture, appliances, and fragile items using moving blankets, bubble wrap, and packing supplies to prevent damage. * Loading & Unloading: Efficiently load, secure, and unload cargo in moving trucks using proper stacking techniques, dollies, ramps, and straps. * Assembly & Placement: Disassemble and reassemble furniture as needed, and place items in designated rooms according to customer specifications. * Customer Care: Act as the face of LXS Homes by providing courteous, professional, and friendly communication with clients throughout the moving process. * Inspection & Inventory: Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, manage inventory lists, and report any incidents or equipment issues immediately. * Safety Compliance: Follow all company safety policies, practice correct heavy-lifting ergonomics, and keep the work site and truck clean. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum of [1–2+ years] of proven hands-on experience as a professional mover or truck driver in the moving/logistics industry. Driver Requirements (For Driver Positions): Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (Commercial Driver's License / CDL is a plus, but standard box truck experience is accepted). * Physical Strength: High physical fitness and stamina, with the ability to safely lift and carry heavy items (70+ lbs) repeatedly throughout a full shift. * Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and clients. * Reliability & Professionalism: Punctual, trustworthy, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a neat appearance. * Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay + performance tips Opportunities for career advancement into crew lead or logistics management roles Paid time off (PTO) and health benefits (optional/customizable based on company policy) Supportive, team-oriented work environment LXS Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

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  • Cafe Manager
    Cafe Manager
    25 days ago
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    Café Manager Downtown Newark, NJ | Full-time | On-site Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 annually, depending on experience Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week. Café operating hours are 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Availability for scheduled opening, daytime, and closing shifts, including weekends, is required. LaTasse Café specializes in coffee, pastries, sandwiches, fresh juices, and smoothies. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Café Manager to lead our team and take responsibility for daily operations. Reporting directly to the owner, you will manage staffing, service, inventory, and operating costs. You must be comfortable preparing coffee, serving customers, and supporting employees during busy periods. Key responsibilities • Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise café employees., • Manage attendance, shift coverage, and employee performance., • Lead opening, closing, and shift handover procedures., • Prepare espresso drinks and other beverages, take orders, and operate the register when needed., • Coordinate in-person service with online, pickup, and delivery orders., • Ensure orders are accurate, properly packaged, and ready on time., • Monitor ordering platforms, update item availability, and resolve customer or delivery issues., • Maintain consistent recipes, portions, presentation, and customer service., • Enforce food safety, allergen precautions, hygiene, and cleaning procedures., • Manage inventory, supplier orders, receiving, and waste., • Reconcile cash and POS totals and investigate discrepancies promptly., • Control labor hours and purchasing within approved budgets., • Submit a concise weekly report covering sales, staffing, costs, and operational issues. Required qualifications • At least two years of café, coffee shop, or comparable food service management or supervisory experience., • Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification or an equivalent accepted by the New Jersey Department of Health. Proof required before hiring., • Hands-on experience using commercial espresso equipment and preparing espresso-based drinks., • Experience training employees, scheduling shifts, managing inventory, and reconciling cash., • Ability to supervise online orders while maintaining efficient counter service., • Strong leadership, customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to run shifts independently and follow through reliably., • A dependable commute to Downtown Newark., • Flexible availability for opening, daytime, and closing shifts, including weekends. Experience with Clover, Odoo, DoorDash, or Uber Eats is preferred.

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  • Line Cook Position
    Line Cook Position
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Springfield/Belmont, Newark

    Newark Food Factory, powered by Ideal Institute of Technology, is seeking a dependable and motivated Line Cook to join our culinary team. The Line Cook will prepare high-quality meals, maintain a clean and organized workstation, and support catering, special events, takeout, delivery, and culinary training activities. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook food according to recipes, portion standards, and instructions from the Head Chef., • Set up and stock assigned cooking stations before each shift., • Assist with catering orders, private events, takeout, and delivery preparation., • Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures., • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including equipment, workstations, and storage areas., • Label, date, rotate, and properly store food products., • Monitor inventory and report low-stock items to the Head Chef., • Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries., • Minimize food waste and use ingredients responsibly., • Follow all Newark Food Factory safety policies and kitchen procedures., • Work cooperatively with chefs, kitchen staff, students, and event personnel., • Complete opening and closing duties as assigned., • Perform additional kitchen-related responsibilities when needed. Qualifications • Previous line cook, prep cook, restaurant, catering, or commercial kitchen experience is preferred., • Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen safety., • Ability to follow recipes and verbal instructions., • Strong attendance, punctuality, and teamwork skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Willingness to learn and accept feedback., • ServSafe Food Handler or ServSafe Manager certification is preferred or must be obtained within the required timeframe., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for extended periods., • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds., • Ability to work around hot equipment, sharp utensils, and refrigerated areas., • Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks safely. Schedule Flexible availability may be required, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and special events. About Newark Food Factory Newark Food Factory is a state-of-the-art commissary and teaching kitchen powered by Ideal Institute of Technology. We support culinary training, food entrepreneurship, catering, private chef experiences, multicultural cuisine, and community events. Newark Food Factory is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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