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  • Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    15 hours 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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  • Line Cook Position
    Line Cook Position
    1 month 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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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    2 months ago
    $15–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    West Side, Jersey City

    • Breakfast & Lunch Line Cook (Full-Time), • Stormy Cafe is looking for an experienced, dependable, and fast-paced Breakfast & Lunch Line Cook to join our team. If you thrive in a busy kitchen, work well under pressure, and take pride in preparing high-quality food quickly, we’d love to hear from you., • Requirements, • Minimum 2–3 years of experience working in a fast-paced breakfast and lunch kitchen., • Experience preparing:, • Eggs (all styles), • Omelets, • French toast, • Pancakes (preferred), • Breakfast sandwiches, • Cold-cut sandwiches, • Lunch sandwiches and wraps, • Experience operating a deep fryer and preparing fried foods., • Ability to multitask and keep up during busy rushes., • Strong attention to food quality, cleanliness, and presentation., • Reliable, punctual, and able to work well with a team. Responsibilities • Prepare breakfast and lunch orders accurately and efficiently., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation., • Follow food safety and health regulations., • Stock and prep ingredients for daily service., • Assist with kitchen cleaning and closing duties as needed., • Work efficiently to keep ticket times low during peak hours. Schedule • Morning shifts required, • Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed., • Punctuality and reliability are essential. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who has a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and can handle the pressure of a busy café while maintaining high-quality food and excellent consistency. If you’re passionate about cooking and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you!

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