Hospital Kitchen Chef & Team Lead

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a kitchen cook to prepare and cook meals for patients, the employee cafeteria, and community events. The role may involve supervising kitchen staff during food preparation when required.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2–4 years in quantity food preparation, ServSafe certification, and at least three years of institutional cooking experience. This is a day-shift, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2–4 years in Quantity Food Preparation program.
• ServSafe certification.
• Three years of institutional or similar quantity cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for patients, employee cafeteria, community meals, and catering.
• Provide functional supervision to staff in preparation of food items when required.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Quantity Food Preparation course (2–4 years)

ServSafe certification

Job description

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a kitchen cook to prepare and cook meals for patients, the employee cafeteria, and community events. The role may involve supervising kitchen staff during food preparation when required.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2–4 years in quantity food preparation, ServSafe certification, and at least three years of institutional cooking experience. This is a day-shift, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.