Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $21.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
employee discount
flexible schedule
Health Insurance
Paid sick time
Paid Time Off
Paid training
Referral program
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Compass Group is a leading global foodservice and support services company committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences across various sectors including education, business, healthcare, and sports & leisure. With a robust presence in over 50 countries, Compass Group operates through a network of dedicated teams focused on innovative, sustainable, and customer-centric solutions. One of its distinguished divisions, Flik Independent School Dining (FISD), specializes in transforming private and independent school foodservice. FISD operates across more than 300 communities, focusing on delivering nutritious, fresh, and locally sourced meals crafted with sustainability and health education in mind. Their commitment extends beyond food; they empower students with cutting-edge nutrition education programs promoting healthy lifestyle choices. This holistic approach to nourishment aims to create a thriving community through great food and engaging programming.
The Cook position available at Belmont Hill in West Newton, MA, offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the culinary arts and foodservice excellence within an educational environment. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality meals according to standardized recipes while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and company guidelines. The cook will play a key role in maintaining the standards of quality, safety, and presentation of food, supporting the goal of nourishing students and fostering their long-term health and wellness. Working hours may vary, with more details provided during the interview process. Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $25.00 per hour, reflecting competitive pay for experienced foodservice professionals.
In this position, the cook is responsible for meal preparation, portion control, food safety, and sanitation. They must taste and adjust prepared dishes to maintain culinary standards, handle food storage meticulously, and maintain cleanliness in kitchen and storage areas. The role also includes record-keeping during service, equipment operation, assisting with food inventory and ordering, and promptly reporting any equipment issues or safety concerns to supervisors. This dynamic job requires collaboration with a team of coworkers, managers, and school administrators to ensure smooth kitchen operations and an enjoyable dining experience for students and staff alike.
Compass Group values inclusivity, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, gender, age, or disability status. Full-time employees enjoy an extensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with matching contributions, employee discounts, flexible scheduling, paid sick time, paid time off, and various wellness programs. Additional perks offered at certain locations include free meals and uniform laundering services. By joining Compass Group and Flik Independent School Dining, cooks contribute to a mission of nourishing a brighter future for young learners through excellent foodservice and education.
The Cook position available at Belmont Hill in West Newton, MA, offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the culinary arts and foodservice excellence within an educational environment. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality meals according to standardized recipes while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and company guidelines. The cook will play a key role in maintaining the standards of quality, safety, and presentation of food, supporting the goal of nourishing students and fostering their long-term health and wellness. Working hours may vary, with more details provided during the interview process. Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $25.00 per hour, reflecting competitive pay for experienced foodservice professionals.
In this position, the cook is responsible for meal preparation, portion control, food safety, and sanitation. They must taste and adjust prepared dishes to maintain culinary standards, handle food storage meticulously, and maintain cleanliness in kitchen and storage areas. The role also includes record-keeping during service, equipment operation, assisting with food inventory and ordering, and promptly reporting any equipment issues or safety concerns to supervisors. This dynamic job requires collaboration with a team of coworkers, managers, and school administrators to ensure smooth kitchen operations and an enjoyable dining experience for students and staff alike.
Compass Group values inclusivity, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, gender, age, or disability status. Full-time employees enjoy an extensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with matching contributions, employee discounts, flexible scheduling, paid sick time, paid time off, and various wellness programs. Additional perks offered at certain locations include free meals and uniform laundering services. By joining Compass Group and Flik Independent School Dining, cooks contribute to a mission of nourishing a brighter future for young learners through excellent foodservice and education.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous food service experience
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Physical ability to perform kitchen duties safely
Job Qualifications
- Food service experience is required
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and food safety regulations
- Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques
- Strong attention to detail and quality control
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
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
- Tastes all prepared food items
- 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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