On-Call Line Cooks

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Princeton, NJ, USA
In-Office
28-30 Hourly
Entry level
Food • Professional Services • Hospitality
The Role
Prepare and cook menu items for catered and on-site events using standardized recipes; scale production, follow prep lists, maintain food safety and sanitation, pack and label orders for off-site service, monitor inventory, minimize waste, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Dartcor Hospitality, we believe great food and genuine hospitality have the power to bring people together and elevate everyday experiences. As part of a family of brands that includes Chelsea Hospitality Group and Ōme Caterers, we create thoughtful foodservice, catering, and hospitality programs that are rooted in quality, creativity, and care.

From innovative workplace dining to high-end events and destination-driven hospitality, we are passionate about building experiences that feel personal, polished, and memorable.

We are currently seeking On-Call Line Cooks to join our team.

Position Overview

As an On-Call Line Cook, you will play an important role in supporting our catering and culinary operations by preparing, cooking, and organizing food for a variety of events and service needs. This is an on-call position based on business volume, with schedules typically shared 1 week in advance, though occasional short-notice opportunities may arise.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in producing high-quality food, and can work with both urgency and attention to detail.


RequirementsWhat You’ll Do
  • Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation
  • Scale recipes and production levels appropriately based on event size and business needs
  • Follow prep lists carefully and complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards
  • Cool, pack, and label food properly for off-site and catered events
  • Organize event product so that all food is packed accurately and placed in the correct designated location
  • Review event menus and check products against production needs to ensure complete and accurate packing
  • Assist with inventory awareness by monitoring ingredient usage and communicating low-stock items to management
  • Identify opportunities to use available product efficiently and minimize waste
  • Work collaboratively with the culinary team and communicate clearly to ensure every item meets Dartcor standards
What We’re Looking For
  • Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen or catering environment
  • Strong cooking fundamentals and ability to follow recipes with consistency
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to jump in where needed
  • Flexibility to work shifts based on event and business demands

BenefitsWhy Dartcor

Dartcor is a hospitality-driven company where food, service, and culture all matter. We care deeply about the experience we create for our guests and the environment we create for our teams. We are looking for people who take pride in their craft, value teamwork, and want to be part of a company that sees hospitality as more than a job — it’s how we show up every day.

 Competative Compensation- $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Skills Required

  • Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen or catering environment
  • Strong cooking fundamentals
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes with consistency
  • Ability to scale recipes and production levels appropriately
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Team-oriented mindset and willingness to jump in where needed
  • Flexibility to work shifts based on event and business demands (on-call)
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

Founded in 1985, Dartcor is a hospitality company that has evolved from a gourmet market into a workplace-focused ecosystem. They provide comprehensive corporate dining, catering, and managed food services, including cafés, micro-markets, and conference dining. Dartcor’s mission is to transform workplace environments into magnetic spaces that foster human connection, community, and performance, using food and hospitality as a catalyst for culture and employee engagement.

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