Cook

UMC - Abundant Life for Seniors; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bristol Glen, a UMC community in Newton, NJ, is hiring a Cook to join the team. The position offers full-time hours from 5:30am to 2pm, with a pay range of $18.35–$19.65 per hour depending on experience.

Join a mission-driven organization with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development. The role emphasizes quality meal preparation, safe food handling, and support for daily dining operations and special events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years cooking and meal preparation experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals with attention to consistency, presentation, flavor, and safe temperatures.
• Maintain safe food handling and sanitation standards throughout all stages of kitchen operations.
• Follow recipes, portion guidelines, and cooking techniques to ensure quality and cost-effective meal production.
• Support all dining operations including daily dining service, catering, special events, and retail food programs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Cooking experience

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cook
$18.35 - $19.65 per hour, based on experience | Full-Time
Bristol Glen, a UMC community | Newton, NJ
Start anewcareer as a Cook withBristol Glen, aUMCcommunity!

United Methodist Communitieshas beenCertified as a Great Place to Work for 9consecutive years, and87% of our team members say they feel they make a differencein the work they do. Withmore than a century of service in New Jersey, our community offers a rewarding environment where your work truly matters.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact:In a mission-driven and innovative organization
• Competitive Pay:$18.35 - $19.65 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule:Full-Time | 5:30am - 2pm, 5 days a weekwith alternating weekends
• Great Benefits:Reflective of our deep appreciation for our employees

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals with attention to consistency, presentation, flavor, and proper food temperature
• Maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards throughout food preparation, storage, service, and kitchen cleaning
• Follow recipes,portionguidelines, and proper cooking techniques to support quality, reduce waste, and ensure cost-effective meal production
• Support all dining operations including daily dining service, catering,special events, and retail food programs
• Maintain clean and safe work environment

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1-2 years of cooking and meal preparation experience
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life andVoluntary LifeInsurance
• Tuition Assistant, Professional Development and E-Learning
• GenerousPaid Time Offand 9 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Planwith Employer Match
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs