Cook Lead

Job Title : Cook Lead Location : System Business Office

Department Name : Dietary Management Req : 0000202808 Status :

Shift : Day Pay Range : $17.79 - $20.70, Pay Transparency : The above

reflects the anticipated per hour range for this position if hired

to work, The Compensation offered to the candidate selected for the

position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's

educational background, skills and professional experience, Job

Overview : We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Cook to join

our culinary team at RWJBarnabas Health. The ideal candidate will

have 3-5 years of prior cooking experience in a healthcare facility

or restaurant setting. This role is essential in ensuring the

preparation and presentation of high-quality meals for our staff.

Qualifications : Required : 3-5 years of cooking experience in a

healthcare facility or restaurant Strong knowledge of food safety

and sanitation practices Ability to work in a fast-paced

environment and manage multiple tasks effectively Excellent

communication and teamwork skills Preferred : ServSafe certification

Scheduling Requirements : 6 : 00am-2 : 00pm Monday-Friday Full Time

Essential Functions : Prepare main entrees for breakfast and lunch

according to established standards and forecasted amounts, ensuring

that appearance, taste, and temperature meet acceptable levels

prior to meal service Set up the service line for both breakfast

and lunch, ensuring a smooth and efficient service Maintain a clean

and sanitized work area daily, adhering to all health and safety

regulations Assist team members as needed, fostering a

collaborative and supportive kitchen environment Contribute to the

planning of weekly menus and the development of new menu items,

incorporating seasonal ingredients and dietary considerations

Demonstrate strict adherence to food storage guidelines and report

any identified safety issues, such as hazardous environments (e.g.,

damaged floors, walls, ceiling tiles, or unsecured areas) Perform a

variety of cooking duties, including grilling and preparing food

items, while taking customer requests into account Check supplies

in assigned areas and replenish as needed to ensure continuous

kitchen operations Assist with the preparation of menu items,

ensuring consistency and quality in all dishes served Benefits and

Perks : At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of

everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our

market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and

resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial,

personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and

resources include, but are not limited to : Paid Time Off including

Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and

Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability

and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness

Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and

Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ

Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas

Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination

providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a

compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a

best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor

and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier

communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading

academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative

strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to

address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local

communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health

of local residents to creating educational and career

opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We

understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New

Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating

complex health conditions or improving community health through

local programs and education. Equal Opportunity

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