Entry Level Chef Jobs in East Orange, NJ

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Chef

at Raising Cane's
Union City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Prescription Plans

Prescription Plans

dental coverage

dental coverage

vision benefits

vision benefits

Life insurance

Life insurance

short term disability

short term disability

Hospital Indemnity coverage

Hospital Indemnity coverage

legal protection

legal protection

auto insurance

auto insurance

renters insurance

renters insurance

ID theft protection

ID theft protection

Gym membership

Gym membership

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Financial advising

Financial advising

Learning assistance

Learning assistance

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Pantry Chef

at Aramark
Union City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Internship

Internship

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Benefits

Disability Benefits

Pantry Chef

at Aramark
Fort Lee, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Benefits

Disability Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Food Production Chef

at Aramark
Hackensack, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

2026 MAP - Sous Chef Manager

at Aramark
Jersey City, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $66,300.00

Exact $66,300.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

401(k)

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Disability Coverage

Kitchen Leader

at Chipotle
Closter, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $18.20 - $20.26

Range $18.20 - $20.26

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Free Food

Free Food

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Digital Tips

Digital Tips

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

holiday closures

holiday closures

competitive compensation

competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

Cook

at Sodexo
Rahway, NJ, USA|Onsite
Exact $24.50

Exact $24.50

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Holidays

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

401k plan

BANQUET COOK

at Hyatt
Woodbridge, NJ, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Training and mentorship

Training and mentorship

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

ShopRite - Cake Decorator (LoCurcio NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $20.00/hr

at ShopRite
Elizabeth, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $15.92 - $20.00

Range $15.92 - $20.00

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

legal plan

legal plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Cook - Full Time - Day

at Hackensack Meridian Health
Edison, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $25.77 - $1.00

Range $25.77 - $1.00

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

paid leave

paid leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Retirement benefits

Sushi Cook

at Sodexo
Edison, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $22.00 - $25.00

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Full-time

Full-time

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid holidays

Paid holidays

employee discount

employee discount

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities for advancement

401(k)

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Baker - NY Bakery

at Tatte Bakery & Cafe
Fort Lee, NJ, USA|Onsite
Range $18.50 - $22.50

Range $18.50 - $22.50

Full-time

Full-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

free drinks

free drinks

Discounted meals

Discounted meals

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

401(k) with Company Match

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Opportunities for training and development

Opportunities for training and development

Cook

at Bubbakoo's Burritos
Fort Lee, NJ, USA|
Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

Training and Development

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

13 Entry Level Chef Jobs in East Orange, NJ - June 2026

Browse 13 entry level Chef jobs in East Orange, NJ. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in East Orange, NJ

Employers in East Orange, NJ are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in East Orange, NJ

Entry level Chef pay in East Orange, NJ typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $55,000 per year, with average earnings near $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour
  • Highest wage: $55,000 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

Apply online for entry level Chef roles in East Orange, NJ using OysterLink. Use filters to narrow your search:

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  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in East Orange, NJ

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in East Orange, NJ create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in East Orange, NJ include:

    Chef Job Benefits and Perks in East Orange, NJ

    Many entry level Chef jobs in East Orange, NJ offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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