Cook - Part Time Sun, Monday 6a-2p and Sat 11a-7p

The Bristal; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

The Bristal in Englewood is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy kitchen, following established recipes and health regulations.

Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring proper cooking temperatures, and garnishing dishes before service. A minimum of 3 years in food handling and a high school diploma are required. This role emphasizes compassionate service for seniors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in food handling and preparation.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to follow health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals for residents and staff.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations.
• Check food temperatures prior to serving.

Skills

Food handling and preparation

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

High School or better

Job description

Cook - Part Time Sun, Monday 6a-2p and Sat 11a-7p

Job Category: Hospitality

Requisition Number: COOKF004864

• Posted: July 2, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $18 USD per hour

Locations

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Englewood, NJ 07631, USA

Description

We are looking for an individual not only with a passion for cooking, but also with a true and kind heart for seniors, someone who genuinely cares about making them happy through the nutritious meals they help prepare. In this role you will be assisting with the preparation, seasoning and cooking of meals for residents who choose to call The Bristal home as well as employees – and all as directed by the Director of Food Service or the Sous Chef. The loving care, attention and skills you bring to the services you provide are fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.

Full-time position includes one weekend day.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Helping to prepare food for the next meal service, which includes chopping, measuring and mixing ingredients according to established recipes
• Ensuring all procedures are conducted following required health department and company regulations
• Checking all food temperatures prior to meal service
• Garnishing all plates before they leave the kitchen area

The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy kitchen or food preparation area and come with:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in food handling and preparation, sanitation, and safety standards for institutions and/or restaurants
• Culinary or cooking school experience/courses preferred; a minimum of a high school degree
• Must be able to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent ability to prioritize, deliver topnotch customer service and multi-task in a busy environment
• Ability to understand the English language and follow instructions with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to follow all rules, regulations, policies and sanitary standards established by management

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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