Lead Prepared Foods Cook - Kitchen Ops & Training

Ocean State Job Lot; Lincoln Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Legal plan

Job summary

ShopRite of Lincoln Park in NJ is seeking a Clerk - Lead Prepared Foods Cook to manage daily kitchen operations, prepare foods per recipes, and ensure safety and quality. You will lead by example, coordinate production, and interact with customers to provide friendly service.

The role requires strong English skills, physical stamina, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Experience in food service and teamwork is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak English proficiently.
• Basic math proficiency.
• Stand/walk for shift duration.
• Lift 25 lbs regularly, up to 60 lbs occasionally.
• Interact with customers in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Collaborate with others to complete tasks.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in the kitchen with safe food handling and efficient work habits.
• Coordinate daily production priorities based on needs and direction from management.
• Communicate production needs and timing to team members.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation; correct if needed.
• Assist training of associates on recipes, safety, and equipment use.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Greet customers and promote current promotions.
• Stock, clean, and rotate products to ensure display quality.
• Follow company policies and health regulations.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Stamina

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Equipment operation

Job description

ShopRite of Lincoln Park in NJ is seeking a Clerk - Lead Prepared Foods Cook to manage daily kitchen operations, prepare foods per recipes, and ensure safety and quality. You will lead by example, coordinate production, and interact with customers to provide friendly service.

The role requires strong English skills, physical stamina, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Experience in food service and teamwork is essential for success in this position.