Part-Time Cook — Warm, Community Dining

Complete Care at Milford Manor; Echo Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a Cook for a part-time role in New Jersey. You will prepare meals per menu under the food services director, ensuring safety, portion control, and timely service for residents and visitors.

The role emphasizes sanitation, teamwork, and reliable performance in a healthcare or community dining setting. Prior kitchen experience is required; hours may vary with a possibility to pick up extra shifts.

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

Food preparation

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (a plus)

Tools

Cookware & bakeware operation

Job description

Yona is seeking a Cook for a part-time role in New Jersey. You will prepare meals per menu under the food services director, ensuring safety, portion control, and timely service for residents and visitors.

The role emphasizes sanitation, teamwork, and reliable performance in a healthcare or community dining setting. Prior kitchen experience is required; hours may vary with a possibility to pick up extra shifts.