PREP COOK

Guardian Recovery; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Guardian Recovery Montville Adolescent Center in Montville, NJ is seeking a part-time Prep Cook. The role involves washing and chopping vegetables, preparing simple dishes, and maintaining a clean kitchen while ensuring proper food storage and sanitation.

You will follow chef plans and assist with basic cooking duties. The ideal candidate has a High School diploma (GED acceptable), CPR certification, and at least 1 year of prep cook experience, with an emphasis on safety and confidentiality in a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; work experience may substitute.
• Two years of continuous sobriety prior to hire if recovering from a substance use disorder and participate in a self-help program.
• At least 1 year of prep cook experience preferred.
• CPR Card required.
• Excellent communication, observation and written skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal confidentiality laws.
• Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
• Knowledge of Workplace Violence.
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & Ethics.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef with kitchen storage and cleanliness in all areas including kitchen, dining room, and storage.
• Use approved cleaning agents safely within food prep, storage and disposal areas.
• Care for and operate kitchen equipment properly.
• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties.
• Label and stock ingredients on shelves for organization.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for recipes.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables and cutting meat.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
• Prepare salads and simple entrees.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
• Ensure proper storage of all food items.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Protect client privacy per GRNH, LLC’s policies and report concerns to supervision.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Written skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Guardian Recovery Montville Adolescent Center - Montville, NJ 07082
• Position Type: Part Time
• Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Salary Range: $13.94 - $21.15 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Any

POSITION PURPOSE

The Prep Cook is responsible for cookingingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc. The Prep Cook undertakes basiccooking dutiessuch as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc. Prepare simple dishes such as salads, and entrees. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.

Qualifications: POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from High School or GED. Work experience may substitute for educational requirements.
• Must have two years of continuous sobriety prior to hire, if recovering from a substance use disorder and participate in a self-help program.
• At least 1 year of experience as a prep cook preferred
• CPR Card
• Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication, observation & Written skills.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Client Confidentiality laws.
• Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
• Knowledge of Workplace Violence.
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & Ethics
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.

AGE SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS SERVED/RESPONSIBILITY

Adults/ Adolescents

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION

• Assist the chef with the orderly storage and cleanliness of all areas and items within the kitchen, dining room, and other food storage, meal service, and refuse disposal areas.
• Correctly and appropriately utilizes approved cleaning agents within all food preparation, storage and refuse disposal areas.
• Utilize appropriate care and safety of all kitchen equipment.
• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Protect the privacy of all client information in accordance with GRNH, LLC’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider. Failure to comply with the company’s policies and procedures on client privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
• Expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding GRNH, LLC’s policies and procedures on client privacy and any observed practices in violation of the policy to their supervisor.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned