Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $21.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Eurest, a division of Compass Group, stands as a global leader in foodservice management, renowned for its commitment to excellence and service quality. Operating worldwide, Eurest partners with some of the most prestigious corporations, including many Fortune 500 companies, to deliver superior foodservice solutions tailored to the needs of diverse clients. The company fosters an inclusive culture where diversity of thought and an ownership mindset are valued, creating a dynamic workplace environment that promotes personal and professional growth for its associates. With a local presence driven by global resources, Eurest successfully balances innovation with community engagement, making it a recognized and trusted name in the foodservice industry.
This full-time Chef position is located at the Subaru Indiana Auto facility in Lafayette, Indiana, offering a unique opportunity to join a team dedicated to culinary excellence in an industrial setting. The scheduled work hours are from 5:30 am to 2:00 pm, with day shifts varying as needed, and further details to be discussed during the interview. The role requires a seasoned professional with at least four years of experience across various cooking roles such as prep cook, line server, and entree cook, ensuring a well-rounded culinary expertise. The compensation ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, reflecting the value Eurest places on experience and the quality of food service delivered.
In this leadership role, the Chef is responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating kitchen operations and food production staff. This encompasses supervising cooks and other food-service associates, maintaining high standards of food handling, sanitation, and customer service. The Chef also plays a hands-on role in food preparation, ensuring that meals are produced using standardized recipes, maintaining portion controls, and presenting dishes to meet quality benchmarks. Inventory management and compliance with safety and sanitation regulations are critical components of the job, alongside duties such as product inspection, waste tracking, and menu development. Eurest emphasizes continual improvement and innovation, encouraging the Chef to contribute creatively to recipe and menu selections.
Additionally, this position offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to retirement plans, health and wellness programs, medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates, as well as employee assistance and flexible spending accounts. The organization is committed to supporting its employees holistically, offering opportunities for paid and unpaid time off consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Eurest values its workforce and relationships, promoting a professional environment where associates are empowered to thrive and excel in their careers. This role presents a stable and rewarding career path for culinary professionals passionate about leadership and quality foodservice management.
This full-time Chef position is located at the Subaru Indiana Auto facility in Lafayette, Indiana, offering a unique opportunity to join a team dedicated to culinary excellence in an industrial setting. The scheduled work hours are from 5:30 am to 2:00 pm, with day shifts varying as needed, and further details to be discussed during the interview. The role requires a seasoned professional with at least four years of experience across various cooking roles such as prep cook, line server, and entree cook, ensuring a well-rounded culinary expertise. The compensation ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, reflecting the value Eurest places on experience and the quality of food service delivered.
In this leadership role, the Chef is responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating kitchen operations and food production staff. This encompasses supervising cooks and other food-service associates, maintaining high standards of food handling, sanitation, and customer service. The Chef also plays a hands-on role in food preparation, ensuring that meals are produced using standardized recipes, maintaining portion controls, and presenting dishes to meet quality benchmarks. Inventory management and compliance with safety and sanitation regulations are critical components of the job, alongside duties such as product inspection, waste tracking, and menu development. Eurest emphasizes continual improvement and innovation, encouraging the Chef to contribute creatively to recipe and menu selections.
Additionally, this position offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to retirement plans, health and wellness programs, medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates, as well as employee assistance and flexible spending accounts. The organization is committed to supporting its employees holistically, offering opportunities for paid and unpaid time off consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Eurest values its workforce and relationships, promoting a professional environment where associates are empowered to thrive and excel in their careers. This role presents a stable and rewarding career path for culinary professionals passionate about leadership and quality foodservice management.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 4 years cooking experience including prep cooking, line serving, and entree preparation
- Ability to work full-time, flexible days including early mornings
- Willingness to adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to lead and supervise kitchen staff
- Strong organizational skills
- Capability to perform physical tasks required in a kitchen environment
Job Qualifications
- At least 4 years of prep cook, line server, and entree cook experience
- Strong leadership and supervision skills
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to efficiently prepare high-quality food items
- Experience in training and scheduling kitchen staff
- Skilled in inventory management and portion control
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food
- Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met
- Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action
- Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules
- Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures
- Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product
- Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory
- Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils
- Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area
- Helps select and develop recipes and menus
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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