Top 2122 Head cook Jobs in Linden, Nj

Food Service Director
Confidential —Somerset County, NJ
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
St. Joseph Senior Home & Assisted Living —Woodbridge, NJ
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Moby Dicks Bar and Grill —Sewaren, NJ
- $21.14 - $25.46 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Line Cook
The Gran Centurions —Clark, NJ
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- In-person
- Entry level
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Line Cook - Marketplace Café - The Mall at Short Hills
Nordstrom —Short Hills, NJ
- $22.75 - $23.65 an hour
- Background check
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
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Cook
Marriott International, Inc —Newark, NJ
- $29.78 - $31.35 an hour
- Part-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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Cook - Full Time - Day
Hackensack Meridian Health —Perth Amboy, NJ
- From $25.77 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Food Service Associate
casamon cuisine —Rahway, NJ
- $17 - $60 an hour
- Seasonal
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Food Service Worker
Trinitas Regional Medical Center —Elizabeth, NJ
- $17.88 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospital
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cook
TGI Fridays - 64213 —Linden, NJ
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Conflict management
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Line Cook
Border Cafe and Jose Tejas —Iselin, NJ
- Full-time
- Entry level
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Cook II - Full-Time - Hilton Short Hills
Hilton Short Hills —Short Hills, NJ
- $29.04 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Food Handler Certification
- Employee discount
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12d
Kitchen Cook/ Line Cook
Nola Social —Linden, NJ
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Quality control
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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14d
Food Service Worker
RWJ Rahway —Rahway, NJ
- $16.36 - $18.35 an hour
- Evening shift
- Hospital
- Cleaning
- Entry level
CONCESSIONS COOK - PRUDENTIAL CENTER
Levy Sector —Newark, NJ
- $23.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Cook II-Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center-Full Time
Atlantic Health System —Summit, NJ
- Full-time
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Neurology
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
Assistant Cook
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center —Newark, NJ
- $21.63 an hour
- Day shift
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Basic math
Senior Cook
Sodexo —Rahway, NJ
- $24.50 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Food Service Supervisor - RWJBH - Trinitas
Aramark —Elizabeth, NJ
- $29.81 an hour
- Hospital
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
4d
Line Cook
Urban Cuisine LLC —Newark, NJ
- $24.49 - $29.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Food Service Director

Confidential
Somerset County, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$85,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Paid orientation
Life insurance

Qualifications

Certified Dietary Manager
Food service management

Full Job Description

A well-established skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Somerset County is seeking an experienced, organized, and motivated Food Service Director to lead our Dietary Department and ensure the highest standards of food quality, nutrition, and resident satisfaction.

Position Summary:
The Food Service Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the facility's dietary operations, ensuring residents receive nutritious, appetizing meals while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The Director will work closely with residents, families, nursing staff, registered dietitians, and the interdisciplinary team to support quality resident care through exceptional food service.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations of the Dietary Department, including food preparation, meal service, sanitation, and staff supervision.
Ensure all meals are prepared and served in accordance with physician orders, therapeutic diets, and resident preferences.
Manage dietary staff scheduling, hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and facility regulations related to food service and sanitation.
Monitor food quality, resident satisfaction, and kitchen safety standards.
Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team to meet residents' nutritional needs.
Manage departmental budgets, food purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Food Service Director, Dietary Manager, or similar leadership role in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or healthcare setting preferred.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred or willingness to obtain, as required by state regulations.
Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively manage staff while fostering a positive, resident-centered dining experience.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Food service management: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Dietary Manager (Required)

Work Location: In person

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