Skilled Cook - Menu Prep, Dietary Needs & Hygiene

optimacare

Secaucus (NJ)

On-site

USD 49,594,000 - 64,747,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

optimacare in Secaucus, NJ is seeking an experienced cook for a full-time position. You will prepare meals, desserts and snacks according to the menu while honoring special diets and dietary concerns. The role requires maintaining a clean, sanitary workspace and reliable documentation for storage and temperatures.

You will serve palatable meals, estimate supplies, and participate in ongoing educational programs to stay current with hygienic standards and culinary techniques.

Qualifications

  • Must have 2-3 years of cook experience.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Culinary degree preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Lift up to 25 pounds frequently and/or 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares meals, desserts and snacks as per posted menu and dietary needs.
  • Serves meals that are palatable and presentable.
  • Keeps work area clean, organized and sanitized, may wash pots and pans.
  • Adheres to health code requirements for storage and temperatures and maintains documentation.
  • Estimates and prepares food supplies to meet portions.
  • Maintains a safe, clean and respectable work environment.
  • Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

optimacare in Secaucus, NJ is seeking an experienced cook for a full-time position. You will prepare meals, desserts and snacks according to the menu while honoring special diets and dietary concerns. The role requires maintaining a clean, sanitary workspace and reliable documentation for storage and temperatures.

You will serve palatable meals, estimate supplies, and participate in ongoing educational programs to stay current with hygienic standards and culinary techniques.

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