Position: Head Chef – Authentic Italian/Sicilian Restaurant

Head Chef – Authentic Italian/Sicilian Restaurant

Osteria Italiana, a family-owned Sicilian and Italian restaurant located in Garfield, New Jersey, is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen.

We specialize in authentic Italian and Sicilian cuisine and are looking for a chef who understands and appreciates traditional Italian cooking while maintaining consistency, quality, and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Italian cuisine and be confident preparing and overseeing a variety of pasta, seafood, meat, sauce, and traditional Italian dishes. Experience with Sicilian cuisine is highly preferred.

As Head Chef, you will take a leadership role in our kitchen, working closely with ownership and our kitchen team to maintain the quality and authenticity our restaurant is known for.

Responsibilities include:

Leading and managing daily kitchen operations
Preparing and overseeing authentic Italian and Sicilian dishes
Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation, and portioning
Supervising and working alongside kitchen staff
Maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen
Assisting with menu development and daily specials
Managing food preparation and inventory
Maintaining food safety and sanitation standards
Performing well in a fast-paced restaurant environment
We are looking for someone dependable, experienced, hardworking, and passionate about authentic Italian food who is interested in becoming an important part of our restaurant and team.