Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, People-First Culture

First Watch; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Telemedicine access

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

401(K) Retirement Savings

Meal discount for you and family

Child Discount Program

Employee Assistance Program

Bright Horizon back up child and elder

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement & High School

Pet Insurance

Calm App premium access

Perks at Work

Job summary

First Watch in Perth Amboy, NJ is hiring Back-of-the-House Cooks who thrive in a teammate environment. We offer no night shifts, a chef-curated menu, and a YOU FIRST culture that puts people first and empowers you to deliver exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch for our guests.

Join our kitchen team to follow recipes, maintain a clean station, and work safely in a fast-paced environment. We prize teamwork, quality food, and personal growth in a supportive, employee-first workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Follow recipes and use fresh ingredients.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to First Watch standards.
• Ensure high quality and safe food handling.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff.
• Adhere to recipes and plating standards.
• Keep station clean and organized.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Attention to detail

Job description

First Watch in Perth Amboy, NJ is hiring Back-of-the-House Cooks who thrive in a teammate environment. We offer no night shifts, a chef-curated menu, and a YOU FIRST culture that puts people first and empowers you to deliver exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch for our guests.

Join our kitchen team to follow recipes, maintain a clean station, and work safely in a fast-paced environment. We prize teamwork, quality food, and personal growth in a supportive, employee-first workplace.