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Cook - Part Time - Evening
RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER- OLD BRIDGE Old Bridge, New Jersey
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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Cook prepares, cooks, and serves food for consumption by patients, staff & visitors.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Cook at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Compensation
Minimum rate of $25.38 Hourly
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Job Duties
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:
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20 hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
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Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility
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RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER- OLD BRIDGE Old Bridge, New Jersey
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- Requisition # 2025-171032
- ShiftEvening
- StatusPart-time with Benefits
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Cook prepares, cooks, and serves food for consumption by patients, staff & visitors.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Cook at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
- Performs all food preparation & cooking functions, maintaining all quality standards.
- Prepares food accurately following production sheets and using standardized recipes or other instructions as provided.
- Controls & adheres to all established procedures & State requirements regarding safe food handling, storage & service.
- Strict sanitation standards used at all times; hand washing practices, proper use of gloves, continuous sanitizing practices used on food contact surfaces, utensils, equipment, work station.
- Strictly monitor & maintain food temperatures at all times.
- Wrap, Date & label all food items in storage.
- Adheres FIFO.
- Operates cooking equipment following established procedures & safety precautions.
- Monitors & controls quantities of foods prepared. Record leftovers and waste.
- Informs the Production Supervisor/Chef of any problems relating to the production areas; equipment, food items, preparation or cooking procedures.
- Sets up & breaks down the food serving lines efficiently & timely.
- Maintains and record HACCP log.
- Maintain HACCP standard and procedure, safety storage compliant and food safety regulation standard.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Actively participates in cleaning assignments, overall sanitation, & housekeeping duties in the production areas with emphasis on individual work stations.
- Completes all assignments on daily production sheets & willingly assists co-workers as unscheduled production needs arise.
- Actively participates in hospital & departmental programs for Staff Development & quality improvement.
- Performs work mostly alone, but also as part of a team. Establishes & maintains efficient & effective relationships with all co-workers in the department & hospital.
- Readily performs & offers cooperation as other tasks or duties may be assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
- Minimum of 1 or more years of hotel and/or restaurant cooking experience.
- Observed good cooking techniques.
- Team player.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Associates degree in Culinary Arts.
- Health facilities cooking experience or health care nutrition knowledge.
- Food Service Safety and Sanitation Certification such as ServSafe or Prometric upon hire or within one year of hire.
Compensation
Minimum rate of $25.38 Hourly
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Job Duties
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.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20 hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.
Our Network
Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility
As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.
Apply
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See the area you’ll be working in and get an idea of what your daily routine around the office can be like. Learn More
Awards We’ve Received
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - #1 Hospital in NJ & #1 in NY Metro Area
2025
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
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - JSUMC - #5 Hospital in NJ
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - John Theurer Cancer Center at HUMC - Ranked Nationally
2025
US News & World Report 2025 - HUMC - Best Hospitals Honor Roll
2025
Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 - 7 HMH Institutions Named Among Becker’s Top 100
2025
Newsweek 2025 - Hackensack Meridian Health - America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being 2025
2025
Newsweek 2025 - Best Hospitals USA - HUMC - #59
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At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives – and we help one another succeed. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how our team members support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we’re ready to transform health care and advance our mission to serve as a leader of positive change.
Join us and let’s keep getting better together.
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