Cook - Per Diem - Night

Hackensack Meridian Health • Neptune Township, NJ

125d • $25

About The Position

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Cook provides wholesome quality foods to patients and for cafeteria meals prepared according to standards and procedures meeting the established specifications.

Requirements

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Prior cooking /culinary experience.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and adhere to a recipe.
• Learns quickly and adapts to changing patient needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in cooking/culinary in a high volume, full service kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Delivers the highest level of service to all residents, families and visitors.
• Completes all required documentation as per facility policy and procedure and state/federal guidelines.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of foods as indicated on the menu using standardized recipes based on standard portion sizes.
• Follows all regulations regarding food storage, eliminating waste and leftovers.
• Ensures diet consistency and resident requests are accurate and complete.
• Ensures all food served is tasty, attractive, and garnished.
• Checks equipment and cooking areas often to make sure they maintain safety and sanitation requirements.
• Handles special projects and rush assignments as needed, in a timely manner.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees