Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Cook
$18.35 - $19.65 per hour, based on experience | Full-Time 
Bristol Glen, a UMC community | Newton, NJ 

United Methodist Communities has been  Certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years , and 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference  in the work they do. With more than a century of service in New Jersey, our community offers a rewarding environment where your work truly matters.  

• Meaningful Impact: In a mission-driven and innovative organization 
• Competitive Pay: $18.35 - $19.65 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule:  Full-Time | 5:30am - 2pm, 5 days a week with alternating weekends
• Great Benefits: Reflective of our deep appreciation for our employees 
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours  

What You'll Do:  

• Prepare and serve quality meals that meet established standards for taste, appearance, consistency, and safe serving temperatures
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures during food preparation, service, and kitchen maintenance activities
• Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and cooking methods to support product quality, minimize waste, and maintain operational efficiency
• Assist with dining services across multiple areas, including daily meal periods, catered functions, special events, and retail food service operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment in accordance with company policies and health regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely meal production and a positive dining experience for guests
• Support routine cleaning, stocking, and kitchen organization duties as needed

What You'll Need:  

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1-2 years of cooking and meal preparation experience
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees:  

• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance 
• Tuition Assistant, Professional Development and E-Learning 
• Generous Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays 
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match 
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs 

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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