Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Free food & snacks

Job Summary Small cafe in Passaic, NJ is seeking a talented cook to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing delicious meals for our customers. The ideal candidate is experienced, creative, and able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff. If you have a passion for creating meals that “wow,” we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Follow directions from the Owner/Head Chef and follow through with set menus

Assist Owner/Head Chef with creating menus according to season and customer research

Cooking of traditional American food

Cooking of Various Authentic International Foods as determined by the Owner/Head Chef

Presentation of all dishes in an appealing manner

Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members

Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Inventory maintenance – Requisitioning or purchasing/ordering of supplies. Maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing waste and implementing cost-saving strategies.

Monitoring product quality and consistency.

Follow all food safety regulations

Motivating and fostering a positive work environment

Qualifications:

Previous cooking experience in commercial kitchen, small cafe or deli

Knowledge of kitchen equipment and food decorating techniques

Ability to take direction from the Owner/Head Chef

Knowledge of cooking of authentic American foods

Strong attention to detail

Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes

Certification from culinary school a plus

Knowledge of health code laws and food safety standards

Training in food safety - ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification is a plus

Inventory control skills

Ability to handle a fast paced work environment

Ability to multi-task

Bilingual – Fluent verbal & written communication in both English & Spanish

Excellent time management skills

Strong leadership skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.