Part Time Cook

Monarch Communities; Jackson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Parking

Job summary

Monarch Communities, a premier provider of quality senior living, is seeking a Part-Time Cook to join our team. The Cook will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation, from salads to desserts, while upholding the highest sanitation and safety standards.

Qualifications include a current ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain), one year of related food-prep experience, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Must be organized with good time management and judgment.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions in a kitchen environment.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation.
• Prepare salad bar offerings, desserts, and bakery items.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards across kitchen operations.
• Label and store food items properly; ensure equipment is clean and working.
• Support in procurement and handling of food inventory as needed.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

• Employment Category: Regular Part Time - Scheduled less Than 30 at Least 22.5 Per Week
• Compensation: USD 22 - USD 24 - hourly

Company Description

Our mission is contemporary person-centred wellness senior living, designed for the next generation. A customized, curated, and organic approach to wellness inspires everything we do. All members of our communities – residents, their family members, and team members – help make our communities what they are.

Each and every member of our team is committed to developing progressive yet approachable communities to support the needs of all future generations. We want to transform healthcare infrastructure so that people can not only age well but live well and THRIVE.

Job Description

PART TIME COOK

Monarch Communities, a premier provider of quality senior living, is seeking a Chef to join our team!

The Chef will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation. Prepares salad bar offerings, desserts, and bakery items and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety practices in all phases of kitchen operation, food preparation, and storage.

• Maintains a working knowledge of culinary methods as related to ingredient preparation and recipe execution. Assists Executive Chef with meal preparation as assigned.
• May assist in procurement of food inventory and supplies.
• Properly labels and stores food items in accordance with safe storage standards.
• Understands the operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment (food processor, dishwasher, convection oven, etc.)
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment, including floors.
• Responsible for creation and preparation of baked food items, breads, desserts, etc.
• Performs scheduled cleaning of equipment and work according to schedule as planned by the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• Maintains a current ServSafe certification or able to obtain ServSafe certification
• One year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and special diets
• High school diploma or GED accepted
• Competent in organizational, time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.