Cook - No Late Nights

Foundry Commercial • Dumont, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Living is hiring a full-time Cook for its assisted living community in Harrington Park, New Jersey. The Cook prepares high-quality, nutritious food for residents and guests, with attractive presentation that enhances the dining experience. The role includes supervising kitchen operations under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook, following recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies, and maintaining safe and sanitary kitchen practices. The posted schedule is 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

The position calls for a friendly, service-oriented approach to residents and associates, along with teamwork, adaptability, attention to detail, time management, and safety awareness. Allegro Living, LLC is the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, formed through their 2025 merger.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be flexible and adaptable, attentive to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
• Good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
• Current manager’s-level food handler permit.
• Positive criminal background screening.
• Must adhere to the company Drug Free Workplace policy; associates are subject to the policy.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of related cooking experience or equivalent.
• Some software and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that is colorful and tastefully presented for each meal service.
• Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook.
• Prepare meals consistent with local customs and tastes while adhering to standard recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies.
• Supervise or assist with washing dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils.
• Properly maintain kitchen equipment.
• Monitor water temperatures and chemical compounds as appropriate to help prevent foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
• Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED