Compassionate Cook: Fresh Meals, Friendly Dining Impact

Yona Eagle; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Eagle in Hackensack, NJ seeks a cook to join our team. You will prepare meals according to menu, maintain sanitation, and serve residents, visitors, and coworkers with warmth and hospitality.

We value motivated, compassionate individuals with knowledge of safety standards. This role offers stable hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Prior experience is preferred; high school diploma is required; certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Cooking techniques

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (plus)

Tools

Cookware & kitchen appliances

Job description

Yona Eagle in Hackensack, NJ seeks a cook to join our team. You will prepare meals according to menu, maintain sanitation, and serve residents, visitors, and coworkers with warmth and hospitality.

We value motivated, compassionate individuals with knowledge of safety standards. This role offers stable hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Prior experience is preferred; high school diploma is required; certifications are a plus.