Cook $18.35 - $19.65 per hour, based on experience | Full-Time Bristol Glen, a UMC community | Newton, NJ Start a new career as a Cook with Bristol Glen, a UMC community! 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. Why Join Us?

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 high-quality meals with attention to consistency, presentation, flavor, and proper food temperature Maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards throughout food preparation, storage, service, and kitchen cleaning Follow recipes, portion guidelines, and proper cooking techniques to support quality, reduce waste, and ensure cost-effective meal production Support all dining operations including daily dining service, catering, special events, and retail food programs Maintain clean and safe work environment

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 Ready to apply? Start a meaningful career and apply today to become a Cook at Bristol Glen, a UMC community. 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.