Chef Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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Lead Sushi Prep/Omakase Chef

  • Mitsuru
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

This position oversees sushi prep operations, leads the prep team, and works closely with the sushi and omakase chefs to maintain precision, consistency, and respect for traditional techniques....

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Catering Chef

  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Major Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for menu planning, food purchasing, and food transportation throughout the Zoo....

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Pizza Chef

  • ORA
  • Oradell, NJ (12 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oradell, NJ (12 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a Pizza Chef, you have a strong passion for food, cooking technique, and consistent curiosity and an eagerness to learn more....

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ME291 - Part-Time Chef - Union Square, NYC

  • British American Household Staffing
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview A family of three in Union Square is seeking a highly experienced part-time chef to start ASAP. The role is 2-3 times per week, for dinners only....

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Specialty Chef

  • JF Restaurants HQ
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Food & Beverage menus are offered through a third-party culinary licensing arrangement with Chef John Fraser....

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Chef Saucier

  • Vizz Group LLC
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Opening: Chef Saucier French Brasserie We are seeking an experienced Chef Saucier to join our kitchen team at a traditional French brasserie....

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Part Time Chef 2 days a week-Pine Brook NJ

  • EstateJobs
  • Montville, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Part Time Chef 2 days a week-Pine Brook NJ | Pine Brook, NJ, United States Posted Date 12/30/2025 Description Private Family Chef - In-Home Cooking (Pine Brook, NJ) Location: Pine Brook, New Jersey...

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Private Weekend Chef - NYC

  • EstateJobs
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Private Weekend Chef - NYC | New York, NY, United States Posted Date 12/16/2025 Description Private Chef - NYC (Friday-Sunday Schedule) Location: New York, NY Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 8:...

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Performance Chef

  • Compass Group
  • Orangeburg, NY (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orangeburg, NY (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

The Chef Manager will be responsible for overseeing the culinary performance staff....

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K-12 Development Chef- Brooklyn Culinary

  • Whitsons Culinary Group
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Join Whitsons as an R&D Chef and play a key role in shaping the future of K-12 school nutrition across the Northeast....

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Seeking Nepali Chef for Weekly Meal Prep (Flexible Schedule)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

un Seeking Nepali Chef for Weekly Meal Prep (Flexible Schedule) (New York) compensation: Flexible and Can be Negotiated. Will be paid per visit....

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Restaurant Chef

  • Spire Hospitality
  • Park Ridge, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications Must have prior experience as a Restaurant Chef or Chef de Cuisine with knowledge of most international and domestic dishes....

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Chef Concierge

  • FRENCH LICK RESORT
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Chef Concierge (Concierge Manager) Provide elite level of service and the leadership and training required to maintain a staff committed to providing personalized service to all guests....

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Chef

  • Skewr
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or in a similar leadership role, preferably in Mediterranean or related cuisine....

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Banquet and Catering Chef

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Menu Development & Culinary Innovation Develop and implement event-specific, seasonal, and member-driven menus in collaboration with the Culinary Director, Executive Chef, and Chef de Cuisine....

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Salary for Chef Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chefs in Oakland, NJ offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
30.9%
High School or GED
22.8%
Bachelor's Degree
22.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Master's Degree
3.7%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chefs in Oakland, NJ
4-6 years
39.3%
2-4 years
32.1%
1-2 years
10.7%
6-8 years
10.7%
10+ years
3.6%
8-10 years
3.6%