Pastry Chef (BLOOMFIELD) - Gencarelli's Bakery - Bloomfield

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• Barn Bird Kitchen - Newark One Gateway Center

  

  Line Cook

  12 days ago

  $16 hourly

  Full-time

  Central Ward, Newark

  Join our vibrant team at Barn Bird Kitchen, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences with a touch of cultural flair. Our establishment is known for its diverse menu and welcoming atmosphere, attracting guests from all walks of life. We believe in the power of language to connect with our guests and enhance their dining experience. Position: Cook/ Food Prep Location: Newark, NJ Employment Type: Part-time/Full-time Salary: 16.00 Hours: 10:00AM-8: 00PM Monday- Friday (some weekends) Job Description We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Bilingual cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality. As a cook, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests by preparing and cooking food for our guest. Responsibilities • Food Prep according to recipes, • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service operations Qualifications • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is not required but a plus, • Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Benefits • Flexible scheduling, • Opportunities for professional growth and development, • Employee discounts on meals, • Supportive and inclusive team environment

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• st mart

  

  Part-Time Fry Cook

  15 days ago

  $17–$20 hourly

  Part-time

  Lower Vailsburg, Newark

  Job Overview We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Fry Cook to join our team at a growing fried chicken takeout restaurant. The ideal candidate is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, follow food safety procedures, and consistently prepare high-quality fried chicken and side dishes. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent food to customers. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook fried chicken and menu items according to recipes and standards, • Operate commercial fryers safely and efficiently, • Monitor food quality, temperature, and cooking times, • Bread, season, and prepare products for cooking, • Maintain a clean and organized workstation, • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations, • Assist with kitchen prep, cleaning, and closing duties, • Receive and properly store inventory when needed, • Work collaboratively with team members during busy periods Qualifications • Previous fry cook, line cook, or kitchen experience preferred, • Ability to stand for extended periods, • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, • Strong attention to detail and food quality, • Dependable and punctual, • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, • Food Handler Certification is a plus Schedule • Part-time, • 15-30 hours per week, • Evening and weekend availability preferred Benefits • Flexible scheduling, • Employee meal discounts, • Growth opportunities within the company, • Positive team-oriented work environment

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• Latasse

  

  Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries

  17 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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• Mozzarella Restaurant

  

  Kitchen Staff

  1 month ago

  Full-time

  South Orange Village

  Mozzarella Restaurant in South Orange, NJ is hiring experienced kitchen staff for 3 positions: 1. Experienced Line Cook • Strong experience on the sauté station required, • Must have good plating and presentation skills, • Must be fast, organized, and able to handle busy service, • Italian restaurant experience preferred 1. Pizza & Kitchen Helper • Pizza experience required, • Must know how to stretch dough, make pizzas, and work the pizza oven, • Will assist our pizza maker during busy service, • Responsible for preparing dough and prepping the pizza station, • Will also help with food prep and general kitchen work, • Must be comfortable working both the pizza station and kitchen 1. Dishwasher / Prep Helper • Dishwashing and general kitchen cleaning, • Will also help with light food prep, • Must work quickly and keep the dish and kitchen areas clean and organized

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• Duncaster Inc

  

  Cook

  5 days ago

  Bloomfield

  Job Description As a Best of Hartford organization, a career at Duncaster in more than just a place to work. Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced. Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting. Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships. Overview Under the supervision of the Executive Chef, the Cook is responsible for adherence to all sanitation and food handling protocols, preparation of food in accordance with sanitary regulations and departmental policies and procedures; assigned pre-meal preparation; all opening or closing protocols; development of new menus in cooperation with the Executive Chef and Dining Room Manager. Essential Functions • Reviews menus and production sheets daily and per meal to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads or desserts to be prepared., • Measures and mixes ingredients using a variety of utensils such as mixers, grinders, blenders and shredders., • Produces food and supplies from refrigerator, freezer or other storage areas, using FIFO system., • Works independently making sure that all food is prepared on time and as specified on the menu., • Follows established health regulations and department standards., • Performs duties in an independent manner with minimal need for direct supervision., • Observes and tastes all food being made to improve flavor or texture as needed., • Accurately labels and dates all prepared foods, maintaining the three-day rule., • Reports all hazardous conditions or equipment and of all accidents and incidents on a timely basis., • Assures that food preparation and storage areas are maintained in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times., • Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience • High school diploma or equivalent is required., • A degree from a post-secondary culinary arts program is desirable but not required., • 2 years related experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare environment., • Training in CPR and Heimlich maneuver., • Full understanding and use of H.A.C.C.P. protocols., • Knowledge of batch cooking, general use of standardized recipes, sanitation, food borne illness, and cross-contamination policies and procedures., • Background experience in volume production., • Committed to quality and strict sanitation procedures and have experience in the preparation and presentation of pureed foods. Hours Per Diem - 8 hour shifts between 6:00am - 8:00pm Pay $22.00 per hour What are the benefits? Working in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following: • 401(k) with match and profit sharing, • Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center & to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus, • Discount employee lunches, • Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program, • Referral bonuses, • Free on-site parking, • Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff, • Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities, • Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own “Funcaster” Committee

• Subway - 24002-0

  

  Sandwich Artist

  6 days ago

  Bloomfield

  Job Description As part of the Subway® Team, you as a Sandwich Artist ® will focus on four main things: • Providing an excellent Guest experience, • Preparing and serving great food, • Keeping restaurants clean and beautiful, • Being a Team playerKey parts of your day to day will consist of:, • Working with our Guests to knowledgeably recommend meal options and fulfill their orders from start to finish, • Upholding food safety standards as you prepare and serve fresh food daily, • Working with your teammates to keep all areas of the restaurant clean while maintaining a pleasant atmosphere for our GuestsAs a Subway® Team Member, you’ll have access to:, • Brand partnership discounts, • Scholarship Opportunities, • Opportunity to earn University course credits, • Hands on career experience in a restaurant business PREREQUISITES Education: Some high school or equivalent Experience: No previous experience required ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instruction. Physical: Ability to work any area of the restaurant as needed and to operate computerized Point of Sale system/cash register. This position requires bending, standing and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally. *You will receive training on your roles and responsibilities Full Time/Part Time and Day/Evening/Weekend Shift positions vary by location

• Subway - 15602-0

  

  Sandwich Artist ®

  22 days ago

  Bloomfield

  Job Description As part of the Subway® Team, you as a Sandwich Artist ® will focus on four main things: • Providing an excellent Guest experience, • Preparing and serving great food, • Keeping restaurants clean and beautiful, • Being a Team playerKey parts of your day to day will consist of:, • Working with our Guests to knowledgeably recommend meal options and fulfill their orders from start to finish, • Upholding food safety standards as you prepare and serve fresh food daily, • Working with your teammates to keep all areas of the restaurant clean while maintaining a pleasant atmosphere for our GuestsAs a Subway® Team Member, you’ll have access to:, • Brand partnership discounts, • Scholarship Opportunities, • Opportunity to earn University course credits, • Hands on career experience in a restaurant business PREREQUISITES Education: Some high school or equivalent Experience: No previous experience required ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instruction. Physical: Ability to work any area of the restaurant as needed and to operate computerized Point of Sale system/cash register. This position requires bending, standing and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally. *You will receive training on your roles and responsibilities Full Time/Part Time and Day/Evening/Weekend Shift positions vary by location

• Subway - 40217-0

  

  Sandwich Artist

  23 days ago

  Bloomfield

  Job Description As part of the Subway® Team, you as a Sandwich Artist ® will focus on four main things: • Providing an excellent Guest experience, • Preparing and serving great food, • Keeping restaurants clean and beautiful, • Being a Team playerKey parts of your day to day will consist of:, • Working with our Guests to knowledgeably recommend meal options and fulfill their orders from start to finish, • Upholding food safety standards as you prepare and serve fresh food daily, • Working with your teammates to keep all areas of the restaurant clean while maintaining a pleasant atmosphere for our GuestsAs a Subway® Team Member, you’ll have access to:, • Brand partnership discounts, • Scholarship Opportunities, • Opportunity to earn University course credits, • Hands on career experience in a restaurant business PREREQUISITES Education: Some high school or equivalent Experience: No previous experience required ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instruction. Physical: Ability to work any area of the restaurant as needed and to operate computerized Point of Sale system/cash register. This position requires bending, standing and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally. *You will receive training on your roles and responsibilities Full Time/Part Time and Day/Evening/Weekend Shift positions vary by location