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Cook – Fort Dix Dining Facility
Location: Fort Dix, New Jersey
Pay: $21.02 – $21.72 per hour
Benefits: Paid time off, sick time, health insurance, dental insurance, and pension
Food Services Inc. of Gainesville is seeking dependable and experienced Cooks to support dining facility operations at Fort Dix. This position is responsible for preparing quality meals in a fast-paced dining facility environment while following established menus, recipes, portion standards, sanitation requirements, and food safety procedures.
The ideal candidate will be reliable, team-oriented, and capable of preparing meals for a high-volume food service operation. This position requires attention to detail, pride in food quality, and the ability to work professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Responsibilities
Prepare and cook menu items according to approved recipes, production schedules, and portion standards.
Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner items, including meats, vegetables, starches, soups, sauces, grill items, and other assigned menu items.
Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, rotation, sanitation, and temperature control procedures.
Ensure food is prepared on time, presented properly, and served at the correct temperature.
Assist with setting up, replenishing, and breaking down serving lines as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout the shift.
Safely operate kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, steamers, fryers, mixers, slicers, and other food service equipment.
Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food products and supplies.
Communicate with supervisors regarding food quantities, shortages, production needs, equipment issues, or safety concerns.
Work cooperatively with cooks, food service workers, cashiers, supervisors, and management.
Perform other food service duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Previous cooking experience in a dining facility, cafeteria, restaurant, military food service operation, or similar high-volume food service setting is preferred.
Ability to follow recipes, menus, production sheets, portion control standards, and written instructions.
Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Must be dependable, punctual, and able to report to work as scheduled.
Must be able to stand for extended periods and work in hot or cold kitchen environments.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull food products, supplies, and equipment as needed.
Must be able to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays when required.
Must be able to pass any required background check or installation access requirements.
ServSafe or food handler certification is preferred but not required.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay ranges from $21.02 to $21.72 per hour, depending on position level and qualifications.
Benefits include paid time off, sick time, health insurance, dental insurance, and pension.
Work Environment
This position is located in a military dining facility. Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance, follow facility rules and safety procedures, and support the mission of providing safe, timely, and high-quality meals to service members and authorized patrons.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Food Services Inc. of Gainesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Pay: $21.02 - $21.72 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $22