Compass Group

COOK

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Mazzone Hospitality is a respected hospitality company with over 30 years of history, originating from a small restaurant in downtown Schenectady, New York. Today, it stands as the most prestigious hospitality company in upstate New York, operating across 18 different locations in the Capital District and employing over 1,000 team members. Mazzone Hospitality specializes in two main divisions: On/Off premise catering and business dining. In 2017, the company elevated its operations by partnering with Restaurant Associates, a division of Compass Group North America, a leader in foodservice and hospitality. This partnership has further solidified Mazzone’s commitment to providing exceptional service... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Short order and/or pizza cook experience required
  • Ability to work full-time schedule including weekends
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Must comply with safety and hygiene policies
  • Must be able to perform physical tasks required in kitchen operations
  • Willingness to adhere to company safety protocols
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Ability to work well with team members
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Short order and/or pizza cook experience required
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and instructions
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced kitchen environments
  • Commitment to maintaining food quality and safety standards
  • Willingness to attend in-service and safety training sessions
  • Ability to handle kitchen equipment safely

Job Duties

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
  • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
  • Responsible for records from area worked during service periods
  • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
  • Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
  • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
  • Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
  • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
  • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
  • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately
  • Attends in-service and safety meetings
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
  • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
  • follows HACCP standards
  • Personal commitment to safety and that of others
  • Abides by all Company policies and procedures including safety protocols for handling equipment
  • Uses appropriate protective gloves and slip-resistant shoes
  • Practices proper lifting techniques

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location