Chef de Cuisine

$65,000 - $65,000/Yr

Confidential - Metuchen, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Metuchen, NJ

About the position

The Chef de Cuisine position at a cozy Italian-American comfort food restaurant in Metuchen, NJ, involves leading the kitchen team to deliver exceptional service and delicious food. The role emphasizes creativity and professionalism, with responsibilities including menu execution and special recipe development.

Responsibilities

• Help execute menu items during service
• Assist with rotating specials
• Cook and assist with prep work
• Execute pre-shift and end of shift check points
• Maintain inventory of raw ingredients and prepped food items
• Properly handle food according to food safety guidelines
• Assist with creating recipes for rotating specials

Requirements

• Proven experience in culinary arts
• Food safety management experience

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with fresh pasta
• Ability to communicate in Spanish

Benefits

• Full-time position
• Creative freedom in menu development