First Cook

Job Overview

The First Cook position prepares and cooks food for hospital patients, employees, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of cooking methods and procedures

Scheduling Requirements

Variable days and hours during the week, with shifts starting as early as 5:30am and ending as late as 7:30pm

Every other weekend

Per Diem

Essential Functions

• Alert Supervisor to problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies
• Appropriately prepares food as per therapeutic instructions
• Aid in the care, maintenance, cleaning, and sanitizing of work areas, equipment and supplies
• Clearly labels and dates all food items
• Detect and report spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment or other unusual conditions. Recommend corrective action. Maintain inventory, receive, inspect and stock perishable and non-perishable items
• Evaluate food preparation and effect or recommend changes to improve operations
• Follows standardized recipes for modified and regular meals
• Maintain order in dry and refrigerated storage areas; rotating first-in first-out basis
• Observe and monitor food quality and temperature on patient tray line and cafeteria serving area
• Review menu and assemble foods, supplies, and equipment for daily food preparation
• Review patient satisfaction results, when appropriate, and aid in correcting problems
• Utilize leftovers, avoid waste
• Serve on tray assembly line in assigned position
• Prepare food for special functions as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Additional Information

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