Part-Time Kitchen Cook — Growth & Flexible Hours

Yona Eagle; Cedar Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

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 Eagle in New Jersey is seeking a friendly Cook to join our team part-time, with opportunities to pick up extra hours. You will prepare meals per menu, follow safety rules, and help maintain a clean, hospitable dining environment for residents and visitors.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, works well in a team, and communicates clearly. This role emphasizes reliability, meal quality, and commitment to resident satisfaction in a supportive community setting.

Qualifications

• Must have 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 & safety

Meal prep

Equipment operation

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yona Eagle in New Jersey is seeking a friendly Cook to join our team part-time, with opportunities to pick up extra hours. You will prepare meals per menu, follow safety rules, and help maintain a clean, hospitable dining environment for residents and visitors.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, works well in a team, and communicates clearly. This role emphasizes reliability, meal quality, and commitment to resident satisfaction in a supportive community setting.