Cook - Gould School

Pomptonian Food Services; North Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

401K

Holidays off

Weekends and summers off

Job summary

Pomptonian Food Services seeks a Cook for Gould School in New Jersey. You will follow recipes, prepare foods to standard, and collaborate with the team to ensure timely service. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and customer satisfaction in every meal served.

This position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and using cafeteria equipment. Training and ongoing education are part of the program, with opportunities for growth within the school food service.

Qualifications

• Long periods of standing and physical mobility required.
• Must be able to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Experience with cafeteria equipment and food prep.
• Must be prompt, reliable and able to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and prepare food to standard quality.
• Wash pots and pans and assist with serving.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction with food quality.
• Keep accurate food production records.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards; participate in annual training.

Skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Time management

Tools

POS system

Grill

Slicer

Fryer

Warmer

Job description

Description

As a Pomptonian Cook, your ability and skill will be called upon to prepare consistently high-quality foods.

Position title

Cook - Gould School

Responsibilities

You will be required to follow recipes and be responsible for food preparation, pot and pan washing, serving, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction with food and food quality, keeping food production records, and maintaining a high standard of food sanitation. Take part in annual continuing education/training program.

Qualifications

Ability to stand for long periods of time. Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting (25-50 pounds). Ability to use general cafeteria equipment (e.g. warmer, fryer, slicer, grill, POS system, etc.). Ability to come to work promptly and regularly. Ability to take direction and work well with others. Ability to accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes. Ability to concentrate and perform duties accurately. Ability to learn and apply policies and procedures. Ability to react to change productively and handle other tasks assigned. Ability to complete all applicable training programs. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Meet all training requirement under Professional Standards. Ability to put away orders and distribution of food items throughout the kitchen as needed. Comprehensive understanding of food and kitchen safety in accordance with food handlers guidelines.

Job Benefits

• Training


• 401K


• Holidays off


• Weekends and summers off