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Bistro Cook


Company : University Hospital


Location : Newark, NJ


Created : 2025-10-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Bistro Cook? Newark, NJ | ? Part-Time | ? Dietary |About the RoleThe primary purpose of the Bistro Cook position is to prepare and serve all food from the grill, pizza, salad, and fry areas of the Bistro. May also be required to prepare food items for future concepts and catering services as deemed necessary by the unit management. The duties of this position also include the performance of the food service worker function on a daily basis.What You’ll DoProvides set up and food preparation in accordance to standardized recipes. Prepares pizza, salads, appetizers, and/or a variety of burgers or other menu items as requested by our customers. Records dish machine temperatures.Obtains maximum food quality and quantity control in accordance with our guidelines and standard recipes.Based on operational needs may rotate to cafeteria or main kitchen as assigned. What You’ll BringRequired:High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred. National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation for ServSafe Protection Certification is required or must obtain ServSafe Protection Certificate within first 6 to 12 months of employment and maintain throughout employment.Ability to read, write speak, and understand English fluently to perform the duties of the position required. Effective verbal and written communications. Customer service and hospitality- oriented. Attention to detail with appropriate follow through.Ability to work effectively as a team member. Ability to establish effective relationships within a multi-cultural environment.Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $22.56 - $23.75.University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.About UsUniversity Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply TodayWe encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.