Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a full time Cook to work at its St. Lucy's Shelter located in Jersey City, NJ.

Job Duties:

• Plan weekly menu of nutritious meals and food for residents
• Order food and supplies within the limits of the given budget
• Prepare food, cook and serve meals to residents
• Ensure staff has access to food or pre-cooked meals
• Ensure all needed kitchen equipment and cooking utensils are available, maintained, and properly cleaned
• Monitor and oversee food safety, including storage at proper temperature and attention to expiration dates
• Maintain cleanliness of all cooking supplies, utensils, kitchen area, dining area, and pantry.
• Maintain safety, including stove use, sharp utensils, and heavy items such as large pots and pans

Job Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 to 3 years related experience
• Certificate of Food Handling and Safety from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture

To apply, please submit a resume.

Visit our website www.ccannj.com

CURRENT EMPLOYEES:

• Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.

AGENCY MISSION:

• In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.

BENEFITS:

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.