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Komic Karma Entertainment
Short-Order Cook - Full Time (Thurs-Sun Evenings)
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$37,488 / year median in New Jersey
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Short-Order Cook / Kitchen Team Member
- Full Time Komic Karma Entertainment LLC 774
Shoppes Blvd, North Brunswick, NJ Pay:
$15.92- 18.
Job Type:
Full-Time Experience Required:
3+ years kitchen experienceSchedule:
Thursday-Sunday, Evening/Closing Shifts Join the Komic Karma Team Komic Karma Entertainment is looking for an experienced, dependable Short-Order Cook / Kitchen Team Member to join our team full-time. We operate a fast-paced entertainment venue featuring billiards, live comedy, karaoke, music, private events, and a full-service bar. Our kitchen menu is intentionally streamlined and focused on appetizers, bar food, and quick-service items. We need someone with at least 3 years of professional kitchen experience who can confidently run a small kitchen, prepare orders quickly and consistently, keep their station organized, and handle busy nights without requiring constant supervision. This is an excellent position for an experienced short-order, bar, diner, restaurant, or quick-service cook looking for consistent evening hours. What You'll Prepare Our menu includes items such as: French fries and waffle fries Loaded fries Mozzarella sticks Fried pickles Samosas Hot dogs Hot pretzels Nachos Quesadillas Appetizers and other quick-service items Responsibilities Prepare and cook customer orders accurately and efficiently Operate fryers, grills/griddles, and other kitchen equipment Handle multiple orders during busy service periods Maintain consistent food quality, portions, and presentation Complete food prep before and during service Keep kitchen stations clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service Monitor and rotate food inventory Follow proper food storage, labeling, sanitation, and food-safety procedures Complete opening and closing kitchen duties Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, and work areas Communicate effectively with bartenders, servers, and management Work independently when necessary while remaining part of the overall venue team Required Qualifications Applicants must have: Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen/cooking experience Experience working as a short-order cook, line cook, prep cook, restaurant cook, or similar position Ability to safely and confidently operate standard commercial kitchen equipment Ability to prepare multiple orders efficiently during busy periods Strong understanding of kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety Dependable transportation and reliable attendance Ability to work on your feet for extended periods Ability to lift up to 40 pounds Ability to work independently without constant supervision Availability Thursday through Sunday evenings and closing shifts Restaurant, bar, diner, sports bar, entertainment venue, or high-volume kitchen experience is strongly preferred. Schedule This is aFULL-TIME
position primarily covering our busiest part of the week.Required availability:
Thursday- Evening/ClosingFriday
- Evening/ClosingSaturday
- Evening/ClosingSunday
- Evening/Closing Additional hours may be available based on events and business needs.
Work Location:
In personNorth Brunswick, NJ Pay:
$16.00- $18.