School Kitchen Cook

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe the attributes of YCS employees. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

Do you share the same qualities?

The George Washington School in Hackensack, NJ and Sawtelle Learning Center in Montclair, NJ provides special education for students. The school is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for the students. Cook shall prepare and serve meals in compliance with the Department of Nutrition guidelines for nutrition, quality and quantity.

Duties Include but not limited to:

• Prepare meals for students in compliance with dietitian approved menu.

• Use correct food preparation methods, portion sizes and presentation of food order to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable and timely manner.

• Prepares and serves all menu items in proper pre-determined portion sizes using established dietary schedules, policies and procedures.

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas. Assures menu items are prepared in sufficient quantities to satisfy volumes.

• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.

• Ensure work areas, equipment and self are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner; and monitors compliance with sanitation, safety and health regulations.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent (GED)
• At least 1 year cooking experience

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Paid time off

• Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs

• 403 (B) savings and investment plans