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  • Team Member (Fast Food)
    Team Member (Fast Food)
    3 days ago
    $16 hourly
    Full-time
    North Brunswick Township

    Join our dynamic team as a Fast Food Crew Member and become a vital part of delivering quick, friendly, and efficient service to our valued customers. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for preparing food, operating POS systems, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a positive dining experience. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a lively atmosphere where customers feel welcomed and satisfied. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop foundational skills in food service, customer interaction, and restaurant operations within a fast-paced environment. We are committed to fostering growth through training opportunities that enhance your culinary skills, sales techniques, and teamwork abilities, all while providing a fun and supportive workplace culture, ensuring every customer’s visit is memorable. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and assemble food items quickly and accurately according to established standards, ensuring quality and safety., • Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales transactions., • Provide exceptional customer service by greeting guests warmly, taking orders efficiently, and addressing inquiries with enthusiasm., • Upsell menu items to enhance the customer experience and increase sales opportunities., • Maintain cleanliness of workstations, dining areas, and food preparation zones in compliance with sanitation standards., • Handle cash transactions accurately, including basic math calculations for change., • Assist with food safety practices such as proper food handling, sanitation, and bussing tables to ensure a hygienic environment. What We're Looking For: • Proven experience in food preparation, food service, or quick-service restaurant environments., • Familiarity with POS systems like Aloha POS or Micros POS for efficient transaction processing is preferred., • Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and positively with diverse guests., • Ability to manage time effectively during busy hours while multitasking between food prep, cashiering, and cleaning duties., • Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation procedures, and proper food handling techniques., • Basic math skills for cash handling and order accuracy., • Experience in retail or grocery store environments is a plus. Benefits: • Flexible schedule to accommodate your needs.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    29 days ago
    $16 hourly
    Full-time
    Spotswood

    Job Summary Panini Bistro is seeking reliable, fast-paced Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Kitchen Assistants to join our culinary team. This is a permanent career opportunity, not a seasonal role. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality panini, salads, wraps, burgers, and sides while maintaining the speed and consistency our guests expect. We are looking for long-term team members for our current locations and our upcoming Panini Bistro of Lacey Township! Key Responsibilities • Station Management: Efficiently set up and stock stations for the current shift and next day., • Daily Scratch Prep: Duties include but not limited to fileting and breading chicken, slicing and breading eggplant, and preparing fresh pesto., • Food Preparation: Prepare artisanal panini, specialized sauces, and fresh salads following established recipes., • Grill, Press & Fry: Expertly operate panini presses and fry stations to ensure the perfect "crunch" for every order., • Sanitation: Maintain a clean workspace and strictly follow all food safety and ServSafe (HACCP) regulations., • Collaboration: Work closely with the team to ensure smooth "flow" and timely ticket fulfillment. Requirements & Qualifications • Commitment: Must be looking for long-term, year-round employment (No seasonal applicants, please)., • Ability to work on weekends, • Mobility: Ability to travel to other locations within the region to support staffing or training., • Minimum Age: Must be at least 17 years of age., • Note: Per NJ Labor Law, minors under 18 are prohibited from operating, cleaning, or adjusting power-driven meat slicers or commercial mixers. All employees under 18 must provide valid NJ Digital Working Papers., • Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for the duration of a 10-hour shift and lift up to 40 lbs., • Attributes: Strong sense of urgency, ability to remain calm under pressure, and a team-player mentality.

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  • Head Chef, Sous chef, Barista, Server
    Head Chef, Sous chef, Barista, Server
    1 month ago
    $16–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Green Brook Township

    Are You Ready to Create Something Extraordinary? Join Our Team! Multiple positions are available. We are building a new culinary destination in our area, and we are looking for passionate individuals to help us bring our vision to life. We believe that a world-class dining experience is born from the synergy between a focused kitchen and a warm, efficient front-of-house team. Whether your expertise is behind the line, behind the bar, or out on the floor, we are looking for people who treat hospitality as an art form. This is a rare opportunity to showcase your craft in a vibrant, high-end environment where excellence isn’t just a standard—it’s our culture. Who We Are Looking For We are currently filling roles across the board, including: • Culinary: Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers., • Hospitality: Servers, Hosts, Baristas, and Bartenders., • If you are creative, detail-oriented, thrive under pressure, and are dedicated to the "extra mile" in guest service, we want to hear from you., • Your Role: The Heartbeat of Our Concept, • You will be an essential part of the engine that creates our guest experience. You won’t just be filling a position; you will be helping to set the tone for every guest who walks through our doors., • The Kitchen Floor (Back of House), • Artistry & Precision: Whether preparing a delicate garnish or executing a complex entree, you ensure every plate is a masterpiece of quality and presentation., • Operational Excellence: You maintain strict standards regarding food safety, inventory management, and kitchen sustainability., • Efficiency: You communicate seamlessly with the team to ensure that even during the busiest rushes, our standards of speed and consistency never waver., • The Guest Experience (Front of House & Bar), • Orchestrating the Experience: You are the face of our brand. You curate the atmosphere, anticipating guest needs before they arise and ensuring every interaction is memorable., • Product Knowledge: Whether crafting the perfect latte, pulling an espresso, or explaining the nuances of our menu, you bring expertise and passion to every recommendation., • Service Standards: You maintain the flow of the dining room or cafe with grace, ensuring that safety, hospitality, and efficiency remain in perfect balance., • What You Bring to the Table, • Regardless of your role, you share our core values:, • Professional Pedigree: A proven track record in your field, whether that is fine dining, specialty coffee, or high-volume service., • A "Team First" Mentality: Exceptional collaborative skills. You know how to motivate your coworkers, maintain morale, and communicate effectively during high-pressure shifts., • Operational Savvy: You understand that great service is built on systems—you are diligent about organization, cleanliness, and the details that make a shift run smoothly., • Versatility & Growth: You are adaptable, open to learning new techniques, and possess a genuine hunger to grow your career alongside us., • The "Extra" Factor: A passion for the industry. You don't just "show up"—you take pride in your craft and are invested in the success of the team., • Why Join Us?, • We are committed to your professional development. We are building more than just a restaurant; we are building a career-defining workplace., • Upscale Environment: Work in a space designed for quality, creativity, and comfort., • Investment in You: We believe in mentorship, skill-building, and rewarding those who contribute to our culture of excellence., • Define the Standard: As part of our opening team, you have the unique opportunity to help shape our processes, our menu, and our reputation from day one.

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