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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    8 days ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Hackensack

    We are looking for an experienced culinary professional to oversee all kitchen operations, maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Must lead by example — inspiring the team, maintaining top-tier standards, and driving the kitchen toward culinary excellence. Every member of the Culinary Team plays a vital role in bringing Cigarro’s vision and standards to life. Together, we strive to create an unforgettable dining experience built on excellence, consistency, and passion for our craft. Each Cook is entrusted with delivering the highest quality food and service, every time. This means embracing daily operational standards, mastering company recipes, and presenting each dish with precision, pride, and care — always in harmony with Cigarro’s commitment to excellence. Our goal is to prepare and serve food that reflects the menu, meets guest preferences, and fulfills management’s direction — always in a clean, safe, and timely manner. Every team member is expected to maintain a spotless work area, uphold the highest standards of food safety, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every shift. By working together and supporting one another, we ensure that every dish we serve not only meets but exceeds our guests’ expectations. Follow directions and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and managers. Follow proper payroll and uniform procedures. Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly in the kitchen. Utilize the computer system and read all orders. Prepare and present on a timely basis all foods for meal service. Handle all types of food and rotate it in accordance with established procedures. Work closely with standard recipes and plate presentation in order to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation. Ensure a clean, neat, and organized work area. Ability to work flexible hours. Cook a wide variety of foods with all modern and classical cooking techniques. Ability to work with cutlery in a proficient, safe, and swift manner. Knowledge, Experience, and Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Two-year degree or Apprenticeship Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English. Current and up-to-date sanitation classes Minimum of one year in fine dining food preparation Physical Requirements Stand/Walk 8 – 12 hours a day Work standing for up to ten hours in a kitchen environment. Ability to stand and work continuously in confined spaces for long periods of time Possess sufficient dexterity to use all kitchen equipment Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push, and pull heavy equipment for long periods of time Ability to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges Job Type: Full-time

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  • Front Desk Receptionist – Beauty Salon (Bilingual Spanish/English)
    Front Desk Receptionist – Beauty Salon (Bilingual Spanish/English)
    10 days ago
    Full-time
    West Orange

    Front Desk Receptionist – Beauty Salon (Bilingual Spanish/English) West Orange / Montclair Area, NJ $17 per hour Full Time | Tuesday – Saturday We are looking for a friendly, organized, and professional Front Desk Receptionist to join our growing beauty salon team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, providing great customer service, and supporting a busy salon environment. As the first point of contact for our clients, you will play a key role in ensuring every guest has a welcoming and smooth experience from the moment they arrive until they leave. Responsibilities • Greet clients warmly and provide an exceptional customer experience, • Schedule, confirm, and manage client appointments using the salon booking system, • Answer incoming phone calls and respond to customer inquiries regarding services, availability, and pricing, • Coordinate closely with stylists and technicians to ensure smooth and accurate scheduling, • Check clients in and out efficiently and process payments, • Assist with retail product sales and recommend products based on client needs, • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk, waiting area, and reception workspace, • Ensure retail displays and product shelves remain stocked and organized, • Send appointment confirmations and reminders to clients, • Manage walk-in clients and assist in fitting them into the schedule when possible, • Handle client questions or concerns in a professional and friendly manner, • Support stylists with client flow and help keep the day running on schedule, • Assist with light administrative tasks such as organizing forms, client records, and daily reports, • Bilingual (English and Spanish) required, • Friendly, professional, and positive attitude, • Excellent customer service and communication skills, • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, • Ability to work in a fast-paced salon environment, • Previous salon, spa, or customer service experience is a plus, • West Orange, NJ 07052 (Required)

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  • CHINESE HEADMASTER CHEF WANTED
    CHINESE HEADMASTER CHEF WANTED
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Paterson

    Halal Wok Express is seeking a highly experienced HEADMASTER CHEF to join our team. Head Chef is in total control of the kitchen starting from managing the kitchen staff to flavourful dishes/portions/sauce consistency to our customers. Must be bilingual. Responsibilities Prepare everything before customers arrive. Manage kitchen staff on their duties throughout the day. MUST MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE FOLLOWS THE HYGENE PROTOCOLS Make sure that every dish delivers quality to our customers Coordinate with suppliers to control inventory levels, order ingredients efficiently, and minimize waste through effective inventory control practices. Supervise food handling, cooking processes, and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes are consistently delivered to guests. Oversee catering events and banquet services, ensuring timely preparation and exceptional service quality. Implement training programs for kitchen staff on food safety, culinary techniques, and service standards. Proven culinary experience in Chinese cuisine with a strong background in dining environments. Extensive supervising experience within busy restaurant or catering settings. Familiarity with banquet operations, event catering, and large-scale food preparation. Experience in inventory management, cost control, and food safety practices within the food industry. Previous restaurant kitchen management experience is preferred. REQUIREMENTS: MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE AS HEAD CHEF. MUST SPEAK FLUENT ENGLISH AND MANDARIN MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO 959 MAIN ST, PATERSON,NJ,07503 OR MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK IN A BUSY ENVIRONMENT. MUST CLEAN THE KITCHEN TO SPOTLESS CONDITION EVERY NIGHT BEFORE THE SHIFT ENDS. SEND YOUR RESUME. MUST FOLLOW THE HYGENE PROTOCOLS AND MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE ELSE FOLLOWS THEM. Join us as our Chinese Head Chef at Halal Wok Express — where your culinary talents will shine! We’re committed to supporting your growth in a vibrant environment that values innovation, quality. If you’re ready to lead a passionate kitchen team while delivering exceptional Chinese cuisine that respects halal standards, we want to hear from you!

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  • Chef of Dominican Specialty
    Chef of Dominican Specialty
    20 days ago
    Full-time
    Hackensack

    We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef of Dominican Specialty to lead the culinary creation and presentation of authentic Dominican dishes. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase vibrant flavors, traditional recipes, and innovative culinary techniques in a lively, fast-paced environment. As a key member of our culinary team, you will craft memorable dining experiences that celebrate Dominican culture while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and service excellence. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver exceptional cuisine that delights our guests and elevates our restaurant’s reputation. Responsibilities Develop and execute authentic Dominican menu items, ensuring consistency, flavor integrity, and visual appeal. Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation in accordance with established recipes and standards. Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance levels, fostering a positive team environment. Manage inventory control, including ordering ingredients, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs. Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards across all kitchen operations. Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours and special events such as banquets or catering functions. Implement training programs for team members on culinary techniques, food handling, and safety procedures to promote continuous improvement. Requirements Proven experience in fine dining or restaurant management with a focus on Caribbean or Dominican cuisine. Demonstrated banquet experience and familiarity with catering operations. Strong supervisory skills with experience managing kitchen teams in fast-paced environments. Extensive knowledge of food production, menu planning, and food service management principles. Expertise in inventory management, control procedures, and cost optimization strategies. Solid background in food safety practices, sanitation standards, and dietary department protocols. Ability to lead by example with excellent cooking skills and a passion for authentic Dominican flavors. Previous experience in hospitality settings such as restaurants or catering services is highly desirable. Join us as a Chef of Dominican Specialty to bring vibrant flavors to life! Your culinary expertise will inspire your team while delighting our guests with memorable dishes rooted in rich tradition and innovative flair. We value energetic leadership combined with detailed knowledge of the food industry—if you’re ready to make a flavorful impact, we want to hear from you! Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits: Food provided Work Location: In person

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  • Barista / Cashier
    Barista / Cashier
    1 month ago
    $15.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Fort Lee

    Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Barista to join our team in creating exceptional coffee experiences for our customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer service and a love for coffee, ensuring that each beverage is crafted to perfection. As a Barista, you will be responsible for preparing and serving a variety of beverages while maintaining a clean and welcoming café environment. Responsibilities Prepare and serve high-quality coffee and tea beverages according to established recipes and standards. Operate Square POS system efficiently for order processing and cash handling. Provide outstanding customer service by engaging with customers, taking orders, and offering recommendations. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café area, including food preparation surfaces and equipment. Adhere to food safety and handling guidelines to ensure a safe environment for both staff and customers. Assist with inventory management, including restocking supplies as needed. Handle cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change is given and maintaining cash drawer integrity. Demonstrate effective time management skills to ensure timely service during peak hours. Experience Previous barista experience or background in the food service industry is preferred. But that is NOT mandatory. Familiarity with coffee preparation techniques and equipment is highly desirable. Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage positively with guests. Basic math skills for accurate cash handling and retail math calculations. Experience with food preparation, food safety practices, and serving is beneficial. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join us in delivering exceptional coffee experiences while being part of a dynamic team! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $15.50 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Bartender
    Bartender
    2 months ago
    Part-time
    Clifton

    We are looking for a professional, high-energy bartender with excellent communication skills to serve classical cocktails and exciting new beverages to our customers. The bartender will greet customers, learn about their preferences, answer questions, recommend menu items, and prepare and serve beverages and food. You will also upsell items, create recipes, utilize proper equipment and ingredients, and handle basic cleaning duties. To succeed as a bartender, you should have a neat appearance and an engaging, friendly personality. You should be efficient, observant, knowledgeable, and personable. Bartender Responsibilities: Welcoming customers, reading and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders. Planning drink menus and informing customers about new beverages and specials. Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to customers. Checking identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol. Taking inventory and ordering supplies to ensure bar and tables are well-stocked. Adhering to all food safety and quality regulations. Handling cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register. Maintaining a clean work and dining area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment. Developing new cocktail recipes. Bartender Requirements: High school diploma. Additional education, training, certificates, or experience may be required. Meets state minimum age to serve alcohol. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Positive, engaging personality, and professional appearance. Basic math and computer skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Strong task and time management abilities. Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques. Ability to stand, walk, bend, etc for extended periods, and lift up to 25 lbs.

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  • Junior Project Manager
    Junior Project Manager
    2 months ago
    $55000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Orange

    Junior Project Manager Job Description The Opportunity: Our Company exists to enhance the beauty of American spaces through unreasonable service and extraordinary craftsmanship. For 30 years, Imperial has served New Jersey by bringing craftsmanship and top-notch service to every project, beautifying spaces and bringing excellence to everything we do. We are growing and looking for a talented individual to join our team as a Jr. Project Manager. This role is responsible for managing painting projects from assessment to closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will serve as the main point of contact for our clients and be accountable for upholding our high bar for customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, like to be on your feet, enjoy serving others, managing projects, teams, and client relationships, we’d love to hear from you. This is an entry level role. You will train under our Project Managers until you’ve learned how and why we do things the way we do. Benefits: • 401K, • Paid Time Off, • Company Vehicle, Cell Phone, • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance What You’ll Do: • Manage painting projects end-to-end, from assessment and scheduling to final closeout, ensuring alignment with contracts and specifications., • Develop work plans, assign labor, and coordinate site mobilization, daily operations, and material deliveries., • Monitor project costs against budgets and address potential overruns with corrective actions., • Build and maintain client relationships to promote repeat business and ensure high level of satisfaction, with full accountability for job quality and budget per account and project., • Support accurate cost reporting, forecasting, and identification of financial risks., • Act as primary contact for clients and vendors, providing regular updates and managing change requests., • Coordinate with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to resolve field issues rapidly and avoid delays., • Conduct quality inspections, enforce company standards, train painters per the Imperial Way, and ensure compliance with OSHA and safety policies., • Your primary service areas will be Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Passaic counties in NJ, as well as locations in Manhattan. You will spend a lot of time on the road. What We’re Looking For: • Minimum 2+ years of work experience, • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites across New Jersey and Manhattan Necessary skills: • Fluent written and verbal English; detail-oriented; planning and organization Bonus if you have: • Previous experience in project management, hospitality, retail, engineering, or sales-related roles, • Bachelor’s degree or trade school certification, • Fluency in Spanish

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