Hospital Kitchen Cook: Patient Meals & HACCP Expert

Jefferson Health; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Dental coverage

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Sewell, NJ is seeking a Cook to prepare entrees, soups, vegetables and sides for patients, staff and guests. You will ensure food quality, proper temperatures and presentation while maintaining HACCP records and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include planning preparation schedules, portioning and labeling, and ensuring timely service across patient and non-patient areas. Prior food prep experience and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in food preparation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Competently prepare select foods for patients, staff & visitors at highest quality.
• Braise, sauté, broil, boil, steam, bake and grill to proper times and temps.
• Record production usage and ensure costs are controlled.
• Maintain HACCP records and proper food handling throughout service.
• Plan cooking and prepping schedules to meet service times.
• Ensure sanitation standards in cooking and serving areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jefferson Health in Sewell, NJ is seeking a Cook to prepare entrees, soups, vegetables and sides for patients, staff and guests. You will ensure food quality, proper temperatures and presentation while maintaining HACCP records and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include planning preparation schedules, portioning and labeling, and ensuring timely service across patient and non-patient areas. Prior food prep experience and strong communication are essential.