Part-Time Cook for Community Dining & Growth

Yona Eagle; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Eagle in Scotch Plains, NJ, is seeking a part-time Cook to join our team and provide warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers. The role offers flexible hours with opportunity to pick up extra shifts.

You will prepare meals per menu under the food services director, ensure sanitation, and contribute to cost control through portioning and leftovers utilization. Ideal candidates have proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and good communication.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Good physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Meal prep

Cookware operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food service certification (preferred)

Job description

Yona Eagle in Scotch Plains, NJ, is seeking a part-time Cook to join our team and provide warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers. The role offers flexible hours with opportunity to pick up extra shifts.

You will prepare meals per menu under the food services director, ensure sanitation, and contribute to cost control through portioning and leftovers utilization. Ideal candidates have proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and good communication.