Wafu Italian Station Cook — Fast-Paced Team Kitchen

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 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