69 assistant cook jobs at 40 companies in Edison, NJ
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Assistant Cook
Newark, New Jersey, United States
$22/hrOnsitePart Time
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center: Nonprofit teaching hospital providing quaternary and comprehensive medical care to Newark and surrounding New Jersey communities.
Prior cooking experience in a healthcare facility, recipe interpretation, basic math skills, and flexibility across varied shifts. High school diploma/GED and ServSafe certification are preferred.
Catch Air: Children’s indoor playcenter offering active play, birthday parties, field trips, and family events.
Ability to assist with basic food prep, maintain cleanliness, wash dishes, restock inventory, stand for extended periods, lift up to 30 lbs, work weekends/holidays, reliable transportation; previous kitchen experience preferred.
HELP USA: Providing homeless services and developing affordable low-income housing.
High school diploma or equivalent, food service experience, English reading and writing ability, inventory skills, and required Food Handlers License; three years' related experience preferred.
HANAC, Inc.: New York City nonprofit providing affordable housing and social services for youth, seniors, immigrants, and families.
High school diploma/GED required; valid NYC Food Protection Certificate or Food Handlers license; proven commercial or large-quantity food service experience; ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods; English proficiency.
City of New York: Official government portal for the City of New York.
2+ YOERequires two years of cooking experience or one year assisting with cooking in a correctional facility, English literacy, and ability to follow simple instructions. Food protection certificate required.
North Shore University Hospital: Nonprofit general medical and surgical teaching hospital serving patients across metropolitan New York.
1+ YOEHigh school diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of relevant cooking experience required; must prepare food safely, follow standardized recipes, maintain sanitation, and assist chefs and cook helpers.
Heritage Senior Living: Private Arizona senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice care.
2+ YOEPrepare meals, follow safety and cooking techniques, assist with menu planning and ordering, communicate in English, work every other weekend; 2 years batch-cooking experience and high school diploma required.
7th Street Burger: New York-born fast-food restaurant chain serving made-to-order smashburgers, loaded fries, and late-night bites.
Previous high-volume kitchen cooking experience preferred; food handler certification preferred, with certification assistance available. Must stand for 8+ hour shifts and have flexible late-night, weekend, and holiday availability.
Maschio's Food Services: Private K-12 food service management providing cafeteria programs and healthy school meals to students.
Requires food service cooking experience; preparing hot and cold entrees to NSLP guidelines, ability to work in a fast-paced team, and ability to obtain documentation to work in NJ schools.
SSP America: Airport restaurant operator bringing local, boutique, and national dining concepts to travelers across the Americas.
1+ YOEPrepare and cook menu items to standard, maintain kitchen cleanliness, follow food safety, assist inventory, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Levy: Private American hospitality providing food, beverage, retail, and event services at sports, entertainment, and cultural venues.
Preparing and storing food, cleaning equipment, enforcing HACCP/DOH sanitation, overseeing cooking activities, and assisting with training and inventory.
Nutrition Management Services CompanyOTC Markets: NMSCA: Publicly traded U.S. healthcare food-service management serving hospitals, senior living communities, rehabilitation facilities, and private schools.
0.5+ YOEPrepare nutritious meals, supervise kitchen staff, follow food safety, assist with menu planning and inventory; minimum 6 months professional cooking experience; long-term care experience a plus.
Wagamama: British pan-Asian restaurant chain serving ramen, noodles, rice dishes and Asian-inspired food.
Experience in fast-paced kitchens preferred; strong cooking techniques, food safety knowledge, ability to lift 50 lbs, work under pressure, and assist team members.
Nutrition Management Services CompanyOTC Markets: NMSCA: Publicly traded U.S. healthcare food-service management serving hospitals, senior living communities, rehabilitation facilities, and private schools.
0.5+ YOE6 months prior professional cooking experience required; evening shifts, every other weekend. Ability to prepare meals, supervise kitchen staff, follow food safety, assist with menu planning and inventory.
Westchester Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing: For-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility serving seniors with short-term rehab and long-term care in Mount Vernon.
1+ YOEMust communicate effectively, stay organized, complete standard tasks with minimal assistance, remain flexible about hours and days, and work overtime in urgent situations.
Panda Restaurant Group: Family-owned operator of Asian-inspired restaurant concepts.
Prepare food to company standards, assist and train kitchen team, perform back-of-house duties; must lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and meet local food safety requirements.
Lucky Strike EntertainmentNYSE: LUCK: Operator of bowling, entertainment, and amusement centers.
Prepare food per recipes, follow presentation and safety rules, assist ingredient prep, expedite and check orders, sanitize areas; must be 18+, good interpersonal skills; high school diploma optional.
Le Pain Quotidien: Belgian bakery-restaurant group serving seasonal food, organic bread, pastries, and café meals through-operated and franchised locations.
0+ YOEPrepare and execute menu items, follow food safety and cleaning checklists, assist with inventory and prep, 1–3 months restaurant experience or training preferred, knife experience a plus, ability to be cross-trained and communicate in the primary work language.
UHS of Delaware, Inc.: Healthcare management subsidiary providing management services to UHS and its hospital and behavioral-health subsidiaries.
High school diploma or equivalent required; basic knowledge of food service sanitation; preparing and serving meals for patients and staff; following cleaning and food temperature standards; assisting dishroom duties; may lead food service staff during shift.