Cook - Ridgedale Middle School

Pomptonian Food Services; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch and uniforms provided

Paid holidays

Weekends and summers off

Job summary

Pomptonian Food Services is hiring a Cook at Ridgedale Middle School in Florham Park, NJ. You will be responsible for preparing consistently high-quality foods, following approved recipes, and adhering to Bureau of Child Nutrition guidelines.

The role emphasizes teamwork and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen during service. This position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and the capacity to operate standard cafeteria equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods during meal service.
• Frequent bending, kneeling and lifting 25–50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to operate general cafeteria equipment.
• Ability to work promptly and with others; follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete required training programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following approved recipes.
• Maintain food quality and sanitation in accordance with guidelines.
• Keep accurate food production records.
• Assist co-workers and participate in training programs.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Stands long periods

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Food prep skills

Team player

Follow recipes

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Position title

Cook - Ridgedale Middle School

Description

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

Responsibilities

You will be required to follow recipes and follow the guidelines of the Bureau of Child Nutrition. You will be responsible for food preparation, serving, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction with food and food quality, keeping food production records, helping your co-workers grow professionally, 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

• Lunch and uniforms provided
• Paid holidays
• Weekends and summers off