Cook- Part Time

Preferred Care At Mercer, located in Ewing, NJ, offers growth opportunities through career advancement to help you reach your maximum potential.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive Pay and a nice benefit package
• Flexible work schedules

About the Role

The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu. Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, in line with established policies and procedures, and as directed by the Food Services Director, to ensure quality food service at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed.
• Must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally, and be a team player who works well with others.
• Assist dietary aides as necessary and direct other employees with approval and in the absence of the Dining Services Director.
• Follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintain records and complete reports as required.
• Apply requirements of food tray cards accurately.

Qualifications

• Specialized training in food service is desirable.
• May be required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English, follow directions, and complete tasks.
• Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements, and procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, and other personnel and the public.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.