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As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes that meet our standards of excellence while ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.\n\n*Responsibilities*\n\n* Collaborate daily to plan and execute daily Specials & catering events.\n* Prepare sandwiches, breakfast plates, salads, and hot food items according to recipes and/or menu specifications, ensuring consistency and quality.\n* Slice meats and cheeses using Deli slicer, fryer, or flat-top as needed.\n* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of food items and equipment.\n* Assist in menu development by providing input on seasonal ingredients and dish ideas.\n* Monitor food inventory levels, placing orders as necessary to ensure adequate supplies.\n* Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.\n* Utilize proper knife skills for food preparation, ensuring efficiency and safety during cooking processes.\n\n*Qualifications*\n\n* ServeSafe or similar certification is a Plus.\n* 2+ year experience as a deli cook (preferred)\n* Strong culinary skills with knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.\n* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting while maintaining attention to detail.\n* Familiarity with dietary restrictions and the ability to prepare meals accordingly is a plus.\n* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.\n* Able to multitask under pressure & knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene\n* Friendly and professional attitude\n* Must be able to lift 25 lbs and stand for long periods\n* A passion for food preparation and creativity in developing new dishes.\n\nPay: From $17.00 per hour\n\nBenefits:\n* Employee discount\n* Flexible schedule\nShift:\n* Morning shift\n\nExperience:\n* Cooking: 1 year (Required)\n\nShift availability:\n* Day Shift (Required)\n\nAbility to Commute:\n* Wayne, NJ 07470 (Required)\n\nAbility to Relocate:\n* Wayne, NJ 07470: Relocate before starting work (Required)\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Max","rawCompany":"max","city":"Wayne","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T20:06:36.063Z","occupations":[{"code":"35-2014.00","title":"Cooks, Restaurant","slug":"cooks-restaurant"},{"code":"35-2019.00","title":"Cooks, All Other","slug":"cooks-all-other"},{"code":"35-1011.00","title":"Chefs and Head Cooks","slug":"chefs-and-head-cooks"}],"industries":[{"code":"722511","title":"Full-Service Restaurants","slug":"full-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722513","title":"Limited-Service Restaurants","slug":"limited-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722310","title":"Food Service Contractors","slug":"food-service-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cook","description":"*Job Summary*\nWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. 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