Part-Time Cook: Warm Dining, Growth & Benefits

Complete Care at Summit Ridge LLC; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona invites applications for a part-time Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals per menu, ensure food safety, and serve residents, visitors, and coworkers with warm hospitality. This role offers opportunities to pick up extra hours based on demand.

Ideal candidates have proven cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation standards, and good communication. A high school diploma is preferred; food service certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience and ability to follow recipes and menus.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

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

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cookware & appliances

Job description

Yona invites applications for a part-time Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals per menu, ensure food safety, and serve residents, visitors, and coworkers with warm hospitality. This role offers opportunities to pick up extra hours based on demand.

Ideal candidates have proven cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation standards, and good communication. A high school diploma is preferred; food service certification is a plus.