Cook

nsfm; Woodbine (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

nsfm is seeking a Cook in Woodbine, New Jersey, to oversee meal production and maintain a clean kitchen. The ideal candidate will be a team player, possess strong organizational skills, and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

The Cook is responsible for preparing the menu, ensuring cleanliness, and fostering positive relationships within the team. A background in food service and Serve-Safe Certification are required.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of general food service experience, preferably in a school district setting.
• Must be able to pass the state-required background check and fingerprinting.
• Must be willing to learn the New Jersey Child Nutrition Program.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the production of all meals and cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Completes records, paperwork, and administrative tasks accurately.
• Ensures positive relationships with all customers and staff.

Skills

Team player

Strong organizational skills

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Serve-Safe Certification

Job description

MOnday-Friday, 5 hours per day 7:30-1:30, weekends and holidays off, summers off.

Job Summary

The cook will maintain accurate and complete records and paperwork. Must be a TEAM player, in order to accomplish the end result, whether it is in preparation, service or clean‑up. The menu for the adult line is primarily planned by the cook every week, this position maintains organization and cleanliness of the kitchen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the production of all meals and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Completes records, paperwork and other administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensures positive relationships with all customers and internal staff.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 months to 1 year general food service experience, preferably in a school district setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be a team player.
• Must be able to pass the state-required background check and fingerprinting to work in NJ schools.
• Must be Serve‑Safe Certified or be able to complete Serve‑Safe Certification within one year of assuming the COOK role.

Key knowledge, skills and abilities of this job include the following

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the New Jersey Child Nutrition Program.
• Batch cooking.
• Preparing the menu for the adult line is the plan by the cook.
• High energy and a positive approach.
• Strong organizational and detail skills.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, sensitivity and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels of customers and Nutri‑Serve employees.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Position is performed in an indoor kitchen environment. While some of the day may be spent in an office environment, the incumbent will generally be required to work in the kitchen to help out staff. Therefore, an ability to stand for extended periods; twist, bend, and move freely; and lift up to 30 pounds is required.

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. She/he is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The Company retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.