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  • Back of House Kitchen Manager
    Back of House Kitchen Manager
    8 hours ago
    $55000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Freehold, Freehold

    Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available at our restaurants in Marlton and Cherry Hill! If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    1 day ago
    $16.5–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    Ocean Township

    Summary At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: General Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way! At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience. What You'll Do Food Preparation & Production • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts. Kitchen Organization & Maintenance • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils. Customer Service • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily. Front-of-House & Station Management • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails. Teamwork & Communication • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards. Compliance & Professionalism • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management. Who You Are • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8 to 10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team.

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  • Front of House Team Member
    Front of House Team Member
    40 minutes ago
    $16–$17.25 hourly
    Part-time
    West Freehold, Freehold

    Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com) Due to our current growth and expansion, we are holding an Open House on August 4th and August 5th 11-3pm or until all jobs are filled at our newest location in Freehold. We will have on the spot interviewing and hiring. WHAT WE WILL BE HIRING FOR • Kitchen staff, including line chefs & dishwashers, • Back of House Kitchen Managers & Shift Leaders, • Front of House Manager, Assistant Managers, Shift Leaders, • Cashiers WHAT WE LOOK FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE • Dependable--more reliable than spontaneous, • People orientated--enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/Flexible--enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail orientated--would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement orientated--enjoys taking on challenges even though they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent--enjoys working with little direction Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Be part of our story! We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our company's website: Tacoria.com

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  • Shift Leader
    Shift Leader
    1 day ago
    $22–$24 hourly
    Full-time
    Ocean Township

    At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us. We are looking for experienced, passion ate Shift Leaders to grow with us! At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you! If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen. Reports to: General Manager You will love working at NAYA We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including: • Competitive pay and quarterly performance bonuses to recognize your impact and contributions, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid sick time to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to help make getting to work easier, • Free NAYA meals during your shift and employee dining discounts, • Paid training and leadership development so can grow your career, • Internal promotion opportunities - many of our leaders started in our restaurants At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success. How You'll Impact The Shift Leader is responsible for leading the team members in running an efficient operation, providing excellent customer service, assisting with day-to-day store operations, maintaining high store standards and conditions, and fostering a positive environment. What You'll Do Operational Excellence • Ensure store profitability by driving sales, controlling labor, and managing cost of goods., • Oversee preparation and service of all food and beverage items, ensuring they meet NAYA's recipes, portioning, and quality standards., • manage Daily shift schedules to ensure the proper clock in/out times and adjust schedules where appropriate based on the sales volumes., • Conduct ordering, monthly inventory, and control stock levels for food, equipment, and supplies., • Review and manage daily time punches to address any time clock issues., • Control cash and receipts through adherence to cash handling and reconciliation procedures., • Complete and submit administrative tasks promptly, including guest incidents, workers comp claims, manager checklists, cashier/deposit trackers and communication logs Leadership & Team Development • Hire, train, coach, and evaluate team members in conjunction with the General Manager., • Lead by example with a guest-first mindset, fostering a positive and productive environment., • Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate expectations, share guest feedback, and celebrate team successes., • Ensure staff compliance with labor laws, including FWW guidelines, and manage meal breaks., • Resolve conflicts and escalate issues as needed to the General Manager, • Model and uphold HR policies, ensuring team members have access to available resources., • Develop team members by training successors and delegating responsibilities. Guest Relations & Community Engagement • Actively engage with guests, building relationships and addressing complaints with a solutions-focused approach., • Reacts to and assists with recovery actions or rewards to negative/positive online reviews to maintain NAYA's community reputation, • Promote NAYA's catering services and assist in taking orders as needed ., • Can execute all catering and third party orders with ease, understanding the importance of on time delivery., • Make eye contact, greet guests warmly, and ensure the team upholds these standards. Financial & Administrative Responsibilities • Utilize financial reporting tools to monitor and manage sales, labor, and other key metrics., • Perform cash counting, banking/deposit tasks, and manage discounts and promotions., • Handle guest incidents and worker's compensation reports when necessary. Additional Skills & Abilities • Has mastered kitchen operations, COGS and labor management, line service and throughput, • Handle delivery issues and third-party dispatches promptly and efficiently., • Ensure the store is opened and closed following NAYA's opening and closing procedures., • Serve as a strong role model, earning team respect and providing coaching as needed. Who You Are • 1+ years of related leadership experience at a similar caliber concept, • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be proficient in English (spoken and written) to perform essential job duties., • Adaptable in a fast-paced and challenging work environment, • Takes and gives direction well and is able to perform the essential job functions under pressure while maintaining professionalism, • Communicates information effectively and efficiently and approaches their work with a sense of ownership and works with a sense of urgency, • Exhibits strong time management and organizational skills, • Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that inspires team members to meet and exceed standards, • Ability to utilize traditional software programs such as Gmail, Microsoft Office and any additional systems as needed, • Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system, • Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business, • Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

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  • Back of House Manager
    Back of House Manager
    1 day ago
    $55000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    West Freehold, Freehold

    Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available at our restaurant in Freehold. If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Shift: • Day shift, • Evening shift, • Night shift Work Location: In person

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  • Shift Leader
    Shift Leader
    9 days ago
    $16–$18 hourly
    Full-time
    Warren

    Benefits: • Free uniforms, • Opportunity for advancement, • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule Role: Restaurant Shift Lead Employer: Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Location: Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop in Warren Township, NJ Compensation: Competitive Hourly Pay (Based on Experience) Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Benefits: • Generous employee discounts, • Ongoing paid training and leadership development, • Opportunities for advancement We are currently hiring a motivated Restaurant Shift Lead to help guide daily operations and support our restaurant team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading others, delivering outstanding customer service, and building a career in restaurant management, hospitality, or food service leadership. At Capriotti’s, every team member plays an important role in creating memorable guest experiences. Position Overview The Restaurant Shift Lead helps oversee day-to-day restaurant operations during assigned shifts, ensuring smooth service, quality food preparation, and a positive team environment. You will support the management team by supervising staff, maintaining Capriottis operational standards, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, coaching team members, and developing leadership skills in the hospitality industry. Responsibilities • Supervise and support team members during daily restaurant operations, • Delegate tasks and ensure all shift duties are completed efficiently, • Maintain Capriotti’s standards for food quality, speed of service, and cleanliness, • Provide excellent guest service and resolve customer concerns professionally, • Follow company policies for food safety, sanitation, and cash handling, • Assist with scheduling support, labor management, and inventory monitoring, • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout kitchen and dining areas, • Support smooth shift transitions through clear communication with management, • Recognize and encourage team performance and positive contributions, • Promote a team culture built on respect, accountability, and professionalism What We’re Looking For • Previous experience in restaurant, food service, hospitality, or retail leadership preferred, • Experience as a Shift Lead, Crew Leader, Team Lead, or Assistant Manager is a plus, • Strong customer service and communication skills, • Ability to lead and motivate team members in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills, • Dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset, • Must be at least 16 years old, • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays At Capriottis, we believe in helping our team members grow their careers. Whether you’re looking to gain leadership experience or work toward restaurant management, this role can be the next step in your professional journey. Apply today, if you are a good fit for this role! We look forward to meeting you! Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour Founded in 1976 in Wilmington, Delaware by siblings Lois and Alan Margolet, Capriotti’s was born from a desire to create something unique while honoring family heritage. To this day the whole roast turkeys, quality meats & cheeses, and fresh rolls and produce continue to impress our patrons and earn awards across the country. Sharing Our Passion One Sandwich at a Time: Accomplishing the Capriotti’s mission begins and ends with you. You are the face of the company and will provide Uncompromising Standards of Quality and Service by ensuring Hot food is always served hot, cold food cold, all food fresh, in a clean environment, in full uniform with a smile.

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  • Food Truck Chef
    Food Truck Chef
    14 days ago
    $2500–$4000 monthly
    Full-time
    Carlstadt

    Overview We're seeking an experienced, high-energy Food Truck Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver consistently delicious, high-quality meals to our customers. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives in a fast-paced, mobile environment - someone who can manage prep efficiently, maintain tight food/safety standards, and create menu items that cater to our established clientele. In this position, you'll oversee cooking and line service during service hours, ensure smooth workflow in a limited space, and help maintain our signature flavors - from prep to plating and serving. You'll also collaborate with the team on menu execution, ingredient sourcing, and day-to-day improvements to operations. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise with a constantly growing and expanding culinary group. Cowbella's Sizzlin' Street Food is parked at Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room in Carlstadt, NJ. Duties • Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, ensuring consistent quality and presentation., • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, food safety compliance, and equipment maintenance., • Lead and supervise a small team of kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment., • Manage food production schedules to meet customer demand during peak hours and special events., • Plan menus that incorporate fresh ingredients, dietary considerations, and innovative flavor combinations., • Ensure proper food handling procedures are followed to uphold hygiene standards and safety regulations., • Coordinate with vendors for timely procurement of ingredients and supplies, maintaining optimal inventory levels. Skills • Some culinary experience with a strong love in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen management., • Proven supervising experience in fast-paced restaurant or catering environments., • Knowledge of dietary restrictions and ability to adapt recipes accordingly., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively and maintain high morale., • Experience in inventory management, food safety protocols, and food service management practices., • Excellent organizational skills for menu planning, shift management, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

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  • Pastry Cook
    Pastry Cook
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Koreatown, Leonia

    Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and skilled Pastry Cook to join our vibrant culinary team. In this role, you will craft exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods that delight our guests and elevate our culinary offerings. Your creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to food safety will ensure every treat is a masterpiece. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a love for baking and pastry arts to showcase their talents in a dynamic environment where quality and presentation matter most. Duties Prepare a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts and savories with precision and flair Decorate cakes and pastries using cake decorating techniques to create visually stunning treats Maintain high standards of food handling, safety, and cleanliness in all aspects of food production Assist in food preparation tasks such as mixing, piping, glazing, and assembling desserts Support kitchen operations by managing ingredient inventory and ensuring proper storage Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional customer service and meet daily production goals Requirements Proven pastry experience Expertise in cake decorating, food presentation, and culinary arts Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures Hands-on experience in food production, baking, and kitchen operations within the food industry or restaurant environment Skilled in knife techniques, baking methods, and culinary preparation processes Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail Prior experience in catering or restaurant settings is preferred but not required Join us if you're eager to bring your pastry artistry to life in a lively setting that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. We offer a paid position where your skills will shine as part of a dedicated culinary team committed to excellence! Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Food provided Opportunities for advancement

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  • Deli Associate
    Deli Associate
    25 days ago
    $15.92–$17 hourly
    Full-time
    Manalapan Township

    Company Overview: At NetCost Market, we strive to meet the highest standards. Fresh produce, value for money, and a uniquely positive shopping experience are the foundations on which we operate, bringing the complete shopping experience to the community. Job Duties and Responsibilities: We are looking for a candidate to join our Deli Team! The candidate must be able to provide customer service in a friendly manner. Responsibilities include quality control by checking products for quality and condition. To provide customer service in a professional and enthusiastic manner that consistently follows the Customer Service Standards, to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction by properly handling all inquiries, orders, special orders and returns, and to maintain the appearance and quality of the food in the display cases. Cold Cuts employees work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include merchandising, stocking, rotating and slicing products per customer’s request. You are required to provide customer service in a friendly and professional manner that consistently follows the standards of NetCost Market to maintain customer satisfaction. • Proactively assist customers within the guidelines outlined in our Customer Service Standards., • Effectively work any station on the service counter (hot case, cold case, sandwich station, bakery, juice bar), and any shift (opening, mid, closing)., • Effectively portion, present, and package merchandise according to customers’ requests and in a way that minimizes shrink and maximizes sales., • Develop and maintain an understanding of the products you are selling/serving., • Maintain a clean, appealing and sanitary work area in accordance with Health Department regulations., • Operate and sanitize all Deli equipment in a safe and proper manner., • Follow portion guidelines, and properly record all samples, demo product, and waste., • Preserve an open level of communication and cooperation with all Kitchen staff, and ask for assistance on the Counter when necessary., • Know store layout/product location to refer the customer to the appropriate aisle when asked., • Attend scheduled Deli Department meetings and all store meetings., • Assist other team members in achieving the goals of the department and the store., • Adhere to all Deli Department and store polices as outlined by the Deli Managers, Staff Member Handbook and Injury and Illness Prevention Plan., • Maintain clean and neat appearance in compliance with Dress Code policy., • Weight, wrap and price products for customers., • Slice products/ cut larger pieces for display at the counter., • Receive, inspect, and store products upon delivery to ensure its quality., • Prepare and place products in display counter, so that they appear attractive and catch the customer’s eye., • Keep the counter and work area clean., • Maintain all food safety standards., • Follow the instructions of managerial staff., • Ensure customers are served quickly, efficiently and in a pleasant manner., • Respond resourcefully to customer requests and concerns., • Provide excellent customer service and ensure clients had an outstanding shopping experience., • Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: • Ability to deliver friendly, courteous, prompt customer service, • 18 years or older, • Ability to read, write and do simple math problems, • Ability to interpret, understand and follow instructions and solve problems, • Able to work well with others as a team member, • A passion for serving people, • Physical Demands, including standing, walking, carrying, lifting, climbing, kneeling, ability to live up to 50 lbs.

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  • Head Chef
    Head Chef
    1 month ago
    $27 hourly
    Full-time
    Union City

    Hot & Fresh LLC is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Chef for our new Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant. This is a full-time position with immediate availability. Our Company: We are a Home Style Comfort Cafeteria-Restaurant with an open kitchen, offering a grill menu with a fast food touch of Southern dishes and a mix of world influences. Our new restaurant, well located at a busy corner, has 1,700 SF shared between a Coffee-Bakery section with a grab & go area for early operations (fresh coffee, breakfast sandwiches, natural juices) and an Open Kitchen. There’s a nice outdoors seating space with a capacity of 35-45. Our Philosophy: We prioritize honesty and safety. Our premises are pristine, clean, and well-organized to produce fresh, tasty, and high-quality food products without low-quality frozen or artificially engineered ingredients. Our baking goods contain only flour, water, butter, eggs, milk, and chocolate; we do not serve frozen, low-quality products. We are committed to providing simple home-style comfort food, fast food, along with fresh, tasty salads, soups, and desserts. We offer a respectful and flexible working environment where creativity and professional growth are encouraged. The Role: We are looking for a professional who combines technical talent with strong values such as discipline and kindness. Key responsibilities include: • Planning and executing all kitchen and cafeteria production., • Managing daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory tracking, and food safety compliance., • Collaborating with management on vendor selection, budgeting, menu renovation, and cost analysis., • Training staff in sanitary standards and customer service., • Coordinating catering events alongside regular on-site operations. Qualifications: • 4-5 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience in a high-volume environment., • Advanced knowledge of culinary arts and hands-on experience with grilling, charbroiling, and plating., • Familiarity with Rational combi ovens., • Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask under pressure., • Relevant professional and sanitary certifications., • Ability to maintain a static position for extended periods and lift up to 45 pounds. Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience, with a starting pay of $27.00/hr. We offer performance-based raises, incentive profit-sharing, loyalty bonuses for long-term employees, and recognition rewards. If you are a team player with a passion for excellence and a positive attitude, please submit your resume for consideration. Thank you for your time and attention.

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  • Server
    Server
    2 months ago
    $15–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Freehold

    Job Overview Join our Gruham Indian Kitchen (yet to open) team as a Food Runner or server or receptionist, where your energy and enthusiasm will help deliver exceptional dining experiences! We are looking for all three positions. In the food runner role, you will act as the vital link between the kitchen and the dining area, ensuring that food reaches guests promptly, accurately, and with a smile. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will contribute to a lively, efficient atmosphere that keeps guests excited about every visit. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your hospitality skills while working in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Food Runner Duties Safely transport prepared food from the kitchen to guest tables or designated service areas, maintaining quality and presentation standards. Assist servers by delivering food orders efficiently and accurately, ensuring timely service. Support the kitchen team with basic food handling and preparation tasks as needed to facilitate smooth operations. Maintain cleanliness and organization of service stations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, servers, and management using clear and professional language. Buss tables when necessary to ensure a clean dining environment for all guests. Handle guest requests courteously and promptly, contributing to an outstanding guest experience. Requirements Previous experience in food service or restaurant environments is preferred. Knowledge of food handling procedures and safety standards is highly desirable. Familiarity with POS systems is a plus for understanding order flow. Experience in banquet service, catering, or hotel hospitality can be advantageous. Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor are vital for engaging with guests and team members effectively. Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate loads, and work in a fast-paced setting comfortably. Basic culinary knowledge or kitchen experience will help in supporting food preparation tasks when needed. Embark on a rewarding journey in hospitality where your proactive spirit makes every guest’s experience memorable! We’re dedicated to fostering a positive work environment that values teamwork, professionalism, and enthusiasm—come be part of our lively team today!

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