Cook

Job Title: Cook

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Dietary-Management

Req #: 0000235556

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $18.50 - $23.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

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:

Prepares all foods for patient and non-patient functions and meals assigned,

Works various shifts under the direction of the Chef.

Follows daily production sheets routinely and records overages and underages after each meal service,

Practices high levels of sanitation as instituted by the department,

Maintains high standards in personal hygiene and safety,

Qualifications:

Preferred:

Previous food service experience

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working: 10:30a 7:00p each day

Rotating Weekends

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Essential Functions:

Prepares main entrées for breakfast, lunch and dinner according to standardized recipes in forecasted amounts prior to the start of room service, making sure that appearance, taste, and temperature are at acceptable levels,

Follows proper HACCP food handling policies and procedures on a daily basis,

All proper food temperature must be maintained,

Works with food and supplies according to established guidelines,

All food products are properly dated, wrapped and labeled daily,

Keeps the work area neat, clean and organized

Shows a willingness to take on additional assignments and/or put in additional time when needed

,Assists other department personnel in completing their assignments when possible.

Understand the duties of other comparable positions in the department so that coverage can be maintained in emergency situations,

Job routines are followed daily,

Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior towards patients, visitors, supervisors, peers, and co-workers,

Demonstrates schedule flexibility

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job,

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice

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 Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer