Station Cook

Ridgemont Hospitality; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasta Ramen in Montclair, New Jersey, is seeking Station Cooks to join our team and help execute a fusion menu blending Italian and Japanese flavors. You will work under the head chef, prep ingredients, and maintain high cleanliness standards.

Candidates should have previous cooking experience, be detail-oriented, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working in a team. This on-site role offers opportunities in a unique concept created with Ani Brands founders and a James

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cooking, culinary arts, or related fields.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well in teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepare simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Sanitation basics

Food handling procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics (food safety)

Job description

Pasta Ramen is seeking Station Cooks to join our amazing team!

Welcome to Pasta Ramen, a collaboration with founders of Ani Brands Luck Sarabhayavanija and James Beard nominated Chef Robbie Felice. This new concept is a fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine called Wafu Italian. We have introduced Pasta Ramen as the first-ever Italian ramen shop, located in Montclair New Jersey. Sensational and sacred, it blends meticulous techniques and deep flavors for an umami-rich taste, as strong as the love for an Italian grandmother's rustic cooking. We welcome you to come and join us on this exciting new journey.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.

• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.

• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.

• Prepare simple dishes such as breads or salads.

• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.

• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.

• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cooking, culinary arts, or other related fields

• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques

• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well in teams

Education and Experience

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups

• LGBTQ+ friendly workplace