Head Chef

Jasper Ridge; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Ridge in Newark, NJ is seeking a Head Chef for a full-time position. You will lead kitchen operations, mentor a team of chefs, design daily menus, and ensure top-quality food and safety standards.

The role requires 3–5 years as Head Chef or similar, strong leadership and communication, menu planning, kitchen management, and inventory control. You will place ingredient orders, manage inventory, train new staff, and collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Head Chef or similar role experience.
• Proficiency in menu planning, kitchen management, and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and manage a team of chefs.
• Create and implement daily menus.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.
• Order ingredients and maintain inventory.
• Train new staff and ensure consistency across shift teams.

Skills

Head chef experience

Menu planning

Kitchen management

Food safety regulations

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Jasper Ridge, a prestigious restaurant in Newark, NJ, is hiring a Head Chef for a full‑time role. You will lead kitchen operations and ensure exceptional dining experiences for guests.

Your daily tasks include managing a team of chefs, creating daily menus, and maintaining high food quality and safety standards. You will also order ingredients, manage inventory, and train new staff.

In Newark, NJ, you will work in a dynamic restaurant setting, collaborating with other departments for seamless service. The city's vibrant food scene offers culinary inspiration and growth opportunities.

The annual salary range for this position is between $30,000 and $41,995, with benefits details not yet disclosed. The role involves performing a variety of administrative tasks, such as data entry, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence. Employees are expected to be proficient in using office software like Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook. The workplace is typically a traditional office environment, although remote work options may be considered depending on company policy. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and previous experience in a similar administrative role is preferred. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.

You should have 3-5 years of experience as a Head Chef or similar role. Proficiency in menu planning, kitchen management, and food safety regulations is required. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Oversee all kitchen operations, manage a team of chefs, create and implement daily menus, ensure food quality and safety, order ingredients, maintain inventory, train new staff. At least 3-5 years of experience as a Head Chef or similar position, proficiency in menu planning, kitchen management, and food safety regulations, strong leadership and communication skills.