Dietary Cook Jobs in New Jersey
Care-One
Bound Brook, NJ
At CareOne, we believe in making the dining experience both healthy and enjoyable for our residents through our signature dining program, which includes personalized menu choices, tableside cooking and so much more…all that’s missing is YOU! 1 year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility, preferred.
Care-One
$16 - $17.5
Hamilton Township, NJ
At CareOne, we believe in making the dining experience both healthy and enjoyable for our residents through our signature dining program, which includes personalized menu choices, tableside cooking and so much more…all that’s missing is YOU! The Dietary Aide is responsible for providing assistance in all dietary functions as directed by the Nutrition Service Director in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Hackensack Meridian Health
Belmar, NJ
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Centers Health Care
Woodbury, NJ
Deptford Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 240-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Deptford, New Jersey. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each residents dignity and independence.
Hackensack Meridian Health
North Bergen, New Jersey
The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. Cleans work areas, equipment, walls, cabinets, storage areas, and other areas assigned in accordance with established procedures.
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation
Jackson, NJ
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
Silver Lake Hospital
Newark, NJ
A long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) is an acute care specialty hospital that provides highly advanced and focused care for higher acuity patients who have not responded to short-term treatment in traditional general hospitals. Silver Lake Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital with a reputation of providing patients with a place to heal before heading home.
Lions Gate
$16 - $16.5
Voorhees, NJ
As a Dietary Aide, you will play a crucial role in supporting our dietary department and ensuring that our residents receive high-quality and nutritious meals. A home to seniors who share a passion for the things that matter – lifestyle, care, community, and tradition – to those who share a passion for life and all its possibilities.
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, New Jersey
Sunrise Senior Living
Edison, NJ
Contributes in the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work.
New Community Corporation
Newark, NJ
In this role, the DA will be under the supervision of the Food Server Supervisor and responsible for handling food in accordance with sanitary regulations, serving only food specified by diet lists, meeting meal schedules, and cleaning schedules, serving food at proper temperature and following direction carefully. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, personnel, and vendors.
Mira Vie at Warren
Warren, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Acts Retirement-Life Communities
$15.92 - $18.71
Moorestown, New Jersey
Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.
Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
RIDGEWOOD, NJ
Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
Thrive Senior Living
Montvale, New Jersey
Management reserves the right to modify this list and other functions as deemed necessary:Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing. Wear protective clothing and devices when performing tasks that involve the handling of infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.
Mira Vie at Brookfield
Belvidere, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Mira Vie at Montville
Montville, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Mira Vie at Toms River
Toms River, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Brightview Senior Living, LLC
Mt . Laurel, New Jersey
Compensation Disclosure: The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. 4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.
Brightview Senior Living, LLC
$20.5 - $23.5
Paramus, New Jersey
Compensation Disclosure: The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. 4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.
Brightview Senior Living, LLC
$20.5 - $23.5
Tenafly, New Jersey
Compensation Disclosure: The salary range mentioned above reflects the potential pay for this role and does not include bonuses or additional incentives (if applicable), nor does it include the value of our benefit program. 4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health, vision and dental insurance options, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs and many more benefits that prioritize your well-being.
Mira Vie at Bridgewater
Bridgewater, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
NORTH CAPE MAY, NJ
Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. or copy this link: https://go-internal.hcsgcorp.com/l/1036773/2025-07-02/5xbpsq/1036773/17514637576MrQym5A/Employee_Benefits_for_Job_Descriptions__7_.pdf.
Hackensack Meridian Health
Old Bridge, New Jersey
Operates kitchen equipment that includes but is not limited to: coffee maker, pellet warmer, toaster, steam table, can opener, plate warmer and food delivery trucks and Health Touch. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack, New Jersey
Responsibilities: A day in the life of a Dietary Aide at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: Prepares, pours, or portions some hot or cold items such as desserts, beverages, toast, meat and vegetable salads, sandwiches, lemons, garnishes, etc. for service. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
Mira Vie at Manalapan
Englishtown, NJ
Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. The position is responsible for quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
TRENTON, New Jersey
Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Worker/Kitchen Helper/Dietary Aide, where you will assist in preparing and serving meals for residents in a long-term care facility. Additional Pay Information: Offered salary rates for this position are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the specific needs, aspects, operational considerations, and requirements of the facility serviced.
Boca Recovery Center
Englewood, NJ
Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Minimum 2 years in a culinary or food service role, preferably in healthcare, institutional, or high-volume kitchen settings.
Sunrise Senior Living
Old Tappan, NJ
Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to: + Perform dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware. The Cook uses their knowledge and experience in food production to ensure the proper, timely, and safe preparation and service of food according to established recipes, while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen.
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, New Jersey
Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
Newark, NJ
Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Dining Services Manager / Dining Account Manager / Dining Services Department Manager. Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Director, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility.
Juniper Communities
$15.5 - $16
Williamstown, NJ
Role: Assists Executive Chef/Dietary Manager and Cook by washing dishes, utensils, pots, glassware, and other kitchen items. Responsibilities: Operates kitchen equipment and machinery that may include dishwasher to wash dishes, utensils, pots, glassware, and other kitchen items.
Venza Care Management LLC
Lakewood, NJ
This role partners closely with nursing leadership, dietary teams, therapy, and medical providers to ensure resident-centered, evidence-based nutrition care that supports clinical outcomes, regulatory compliance, and quality measures. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, organized, approachable, and comfortable working independently across multiple sites—balancing direct resident care, regulatory readiness, and team education.
Wolfoods
Newark, NJ
Partnering with Camps committed to offering campers healthy, fresh, and delicious foods, WOLFoods is changing the perception of camp food into something more of suitably called Camp Cuisine. The position will be the primary contact liaison between the camp and the kitchen and will therefore attend all relevant meetings and events, manage payroll, control the flow of special requests, and avail themselves to any concern as expressed by camp leadership.
Savvy Talent
Glen Rock, NJ
Prepare and cook meals according to the agreed-upon menus, ensuring exceptional taste, presentation, and nutritional balance. This is a part-time position, depending on the family’s requirements, and the successful candidate will have a passion for cooking, creativity, and the ability to deliver high quality meals.
The Walt Disney Company
Trenton, NJ
Exceed Disney Cruise Line and Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) requirements; prepare and lead the culinary team through multiple internal inspections conducted weekly. + You will complete proper menu preparation for all allergy and special dietary needs; ensure training and preparation follow strict company guidelines.
Elwyn
$46000 - $57000
Vineland, New Jersey
Evaluate training effectiveness by monitoring and assessing the impact of training programs through feedback mechanisms, performance metrics, and post-training evaluations, making necessary adjustments to optimize learning outcomes. Develop Training Programs and Materials: Create engaging and effective training content, including lesson plans, presentations, handouts, and other instructional resources, tailored to various learning styles and objectives.