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Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - West (West Orange)

Hospital Cook - Per Diem/PRN

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$37,488 / year median in New Jersey

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Kessler Institute for
Rehabilitation Position:
Hospital Cook Location:
1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052
Schedule:
6:00AM- 2:00PM Per Diem (PRN), (Includes Weekday & Weekend Shifts)
Compensation:
$22.00 /Hour + Shift Differential Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. We support your career growth and personal well-being:
Start Strong :
Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting. Invest in
Your Future:
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year) Opportunity for
Advancement :
Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
Your Impact Matters:
Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care. Responsibilities You will deliver superior quality in all that you do, and you will treat others as they wish to be treated. You are a results-oriented team player who is resourceful in overcoming obstacles. You are an inventive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will prepare food for patients, staff, and guests, and may assist with general cleaning of the cooking and eating areas. In the absence of the Manager, the Cook supervises the dietary staff, ensuring that our facility and departmental policies and procedures are adhered to, and that proper sanitation, safety and infection control policies are being followed. Accepting and understanding both verbal and written instructions. Providing high quality food preparation and service. Cleaning and maintaining equipment to meet department standards. Maintaining high standards of quality food production and portion control. Demonstrating a wilhigh-quality, willingness to help with work that needs to be done. Taking initiative to not only identify problems, but to bring about a positive and sustainable solution. Qualifications Minimum Requirements One (1) year of cooking experience required Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Culinary Arts degree preferred Completion of state or local food safety training course preferred Healthcare experience preferred
Per Diem Requirement:
Must be available to work Six (6) shifts per Six (6) week schedule; Three (3) must be on the Weekend (Saturday's or Sunday's). Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans