Kitchen Cook Weekdays Springfield NJ

About the role

Social Clubhouse, Inc. is seeking a reliable, organized, and community-minded Kitchen Assistant & Cook to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborative High-Volume Cooking: Partner with our full-time cook to prep and serve daily nutritious breakfast and lunch for large groups (Lunch service concludes around 1:10 PM, followed by cleanup).
• Menu & Inventory Prep: Work together on weekly meal planning, inventory management, and food purchasing.
• Kitchen Operations: Share daily kitchen maintenance, ensuring strict cleanliness, sanitation, dishwashing, and proper storage standards. Help receive and organize food deliveries.
• Compliance: Follow CACFP food guidelines to ensure compliant daily meal service.
• Client Support: Co-supervise and mentor clients participating in our culinary training program, helping them safely learn food prep, safety, and basic job readiness skills.

Requirements

• Large-Scale Cooking Experience: Experience prepping and cooking for large groups (commercial kitchen, catering, cafeteria, or high-volume environment).
• Certifications: Current ServSafe or NJ Food Handler Certification is required (or must be obtained immediately upon hire).
• Transportation: Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are required for light food purchasing/errands.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift.
• Team Player: A reliable, cooperative self-starter who communicates well and thrives in a collaborative, two-person team environment.

Bonus Points (Preferred, Not Required)

• Experience training, teaching, or mentoring others in a workspace or community setting.
• Prior experience or a comfortable, empathetic attitude toward working with adults with mental health or special needs.

What We Are Looking For

Large-Scale Cooking Experience: Experience prepping and cooking for large groups (commercial kitchen, catering, cafeteria, or high-volume environment).

Certifications: Current ServSafe or NJ Food Handler Certification is required (or must be obtained immediately upon hire).

Transportation: Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are required for light food purchasing/errands.

Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for the duration of the shift.

Team Player: A reliable, cooperative self-starter who communicates well and thrives in a collaborative, two-person team environment.

Background in a vocational, training, school, or community-based kitchen.

Prior experience or a comfortable, empathetic attitude toward working with adults with mental health or special needs.

Why Join Social Clubhouse?

• A True Partnership: You’ll be working directly alongside an experienced, full-time cook who knows our program inside and out.
• Unbeatable Hours: A predictable Monday–Friday daytime schedule that respects your personal time.
• Room to Grow: We are actively looking for a long-term team member. This role has a direct pathway to full-time employment and benefits.
• Paid Perks: Paid training and paid holidays (6 holidays, up to 4 hours each).
• Purpose-Driven Work: Join a supportive, mission-driven team where your work directly supports individuals on their recovery journeys.

To Apply

Submit your resume through this posting. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and we are looking to fill this position immediately.