Cook, Full-time

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

11d•$23 - $24

About The Position

The Cook prepares quality food for Patient and Retail Services in a timely and cost-effective manner. The role involves preparing food to standardized recipes, maintaining safe food-handling and storage practices, completing mise en place for efficient meal production, and keeping the work area clean and sanitary. The Cook safely uses kitchen knives, utensils, and equipment and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least one year of high-volume food production experience as a cook in the healthcare or hospitality industry.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to read and understand recipes, including culinary math.
Knowledge and understanding of cooking methods such as grilling, steaming, frying, and roasting, as well as ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
ServSafe Protection Certification is required, or must be obtained within the first 6 to 12 months of employment and maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.
Culinary certificate or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to standardized recipes to produce quality products for end-users within time deadlines.
Maintain proper food handling and storage in compliance with Federal, State, and Local Health Regulations and standards set by The Joint Commission.
Complete mise en place to support efficient meal production, including preparing and assembling ingredients, pans, utensils, and plates or serving pieces needed for a dish or service period.
Maintain the work area in an organized, clean, and sanitary manner.
Use knives, kitchen utensils, and equipment safely.
Perform other related duties as assigned.