Compass Group

COOK

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Miss Porter's School, located at 60 Main Street in Farmington, Connecticut, is a distinguished private educational institution with a rich history of fostering academic excellence and community spirit. Within this academic environment, Flik Independent School Dining (FISD) operates as a premier foodservice provider, dedicated to transforming private and independent school dining experiences. For over four decades, FISD has been a trusted leader in foodservice, serving more than 300 communities with a passionate commitment to quality, nutrition, and sustainability. The company prides itself on offering meals crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that positively impact local communities.Show More

Job Requirements

  • Prior cooking experience required
  • Ability to work full-time Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 am to 8:00 pm
  • Ability to prepare food in accordance with federal, state and corporate standards
  • Commitment to food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • Willingness to attend in-service and safety meetings
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
  • Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors
  • Must comply with company policies and a drug-free workplace
  • Basic English communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Prior cooking experience
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes accurately
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
  • Basic math skills for portion control and inventory
  • Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Ability to follow company policies and procedures
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

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 using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring food is at correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service and maintains records
  • 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, ensuring 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 ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents immediately to the supervisor
  • 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
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures following HACCP standards
  • Commits to personal and workplace safety
  • Abides by all company policies and procedures including use of safety gloves, mitts, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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