Resident-Centric Cook & Menu Innovator

Complete Care at Holiday; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full 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

Complete Care at Holiday in New Jersey seeks an experienced Cook to prepare, portion, and serve meals in a safe, sanitary manner under the food services director. You will ensure quality according to recipes and assist with menu planning and kitchen cleanliness.

The role requires knowledge of sanitation guidelines, strong communication, and reliable physical stamina to meet meal times and daily duties. This full‑time position offers growth potential and benefits.

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.

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 preparation

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (plus)

Job description

Complete Care at Holiday in New Jersey seeks an experienced Cook to prepare, portion, and serve meals in a safe, sanitary manner under the food services director. You will ensure quality according to recipes and assist with menu planning and kitchen cleanliness.

The role requires knowledge of sanitation guidelines, strong communication, and reliable physical stamina to meet meal times and daily duties. This full‑time position offers growth potential and benefits.