Cook - Part Time - Day
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives and help one another succeed. Our employees are team members, supported by competitive benefits and a culture of connection and collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Delivers the highest level of service to all residents, families and visitors.
- Completes all required documentation as per facility policy and procedure and state/federal guidelines.
- Prepares or directs the preparation of foods as indicated on the menu using standardized recipes based on standard portion sizes.
- Follows the first-in-first-out method. Follows all regulations regarding food storage, eliminating waste and leftovers.
- Ensures diet consistency and resident requests are accurate and complete. Ensures all food served is tasty, attractive, and garnished.
- Meets facility standards for meal presentation and ensures all food is well-cooked, at proper temperature.
- Checks equipment and cooking areas often to ensure safety and sanitation requirements are met. Keeps the kitchen clean and follows the assigned cleaning schedule.
- Handles special projects and rush assignments as needed, in a timely manner.
- Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
- High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
- Prior cooking/culinary experience.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and adhere to a recipe.
- Learns quickly and adapts to changing patient needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in cooking/culinary in a high volume, full service kitchen setting.
Compensation
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
- Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
- Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
- Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
- Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
- Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
- Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
- Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
Benefits
HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.
Awards
- US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - #1 Hospital in NJ & #1 in NY Metro Area
- US News & World Report 2025 - Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital - #1 Children’s Hospital in NJ and #3 Children’s Specialties in the Nation
- US News & World Report 2025 - JSUMC - #5 Hospital in NJ
- US News & World Report 2025 - John Theurer Cancer Center at HUMC - Ranked Nationally
- US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - Best Hospitals Honor Roll
- Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 - 7 HMH Institutions Named Among Becker’s Top 100
- Newsweek 2025 - Hackensack Meridian Health - America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2025
- Newsweek 2025 - Best Hospitals USA - HUMC - #59