Cook

Job overview

The Cook role is onsite at the Fairview Lake branch in Newton, NJ. The posting states pay of $20–$25 per hour. The cook helps the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges provide meals to its community at the Fairview Lake branch. The role prepares meals according to menus and scheduled shifts while maintaining food quality, sanitation, and safe handling practices. It also supports efficient kitchen operations, portion control, and a positive dining experience for participants and staff.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook meals according to scheduled shifts
• maintain kitchen and dining-area cleanliness and sanitation
• interpret menus to determine quantities, recipes, and preparation methods
• manage leftovers and portion control
• supervise food preparation activities and kitchen staff
• follow food-handling and storage regulations
• contribute to a positive dining experience.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

metropolitan ymca of the oranges

fairview lake

newton nj

institutional food service

camp kitchen

meal preparation

food safety

sanitation

portion control

kitchen supervision

$20–$25/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• legal plan
• long-term disability and life insurance
• retirement benefits upon eligibility and a 403(b) plan
• employee assistance program
• professional development
• Metro Y program discounts
• complimentary YMCA facility use. Full-time employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Why this role

The posting requests at least three years of cooking experience in an institutional or camp kitchen setting. Most weekends are required; listed shifts include 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and Monday 12 p.m.–8 p.m., with two other shifts flexible.

About the employer

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.