Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $22.00
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Trio-Community Meals, a division under Elior North America, is a leading provider of community-focused meal services. Known for its commitment to service, Trio-Community Meals specializes in delivering high-quality culinary experiences to vulnerable populations, including senior living communities, hospitals, and care facilities. The company prides itself on playing a significant role in enhancing the lives and wellbeing of those they serve through nutritious and thoughtfully prepared meals. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the Trio-Community Meals team is driven by a mission to foster community and care through food, making every meal not just a necessity but a meaningful experience that supports health and happiness.

Elior North America, the parent organization, champions diversity, growth, and advancement opportunities for all employees. With a culture centered on equity and inclusion, Elior welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring a workplace where every employee can thrive. The company invests in skill development and career progression, whether within the corporate offices or across its various service brands. Trio-Community Meals operates as a dynamic and fast-paced segment where quality and efficiency meet a passionate dedication to service.

We are currently seeking a full-time Cook to join our highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff at our Olathe, KS location within the Trio-Community Meals division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment focused on scratch cooking and creative food presentation. As a cook, you will be instrumental in preparing delicious, high-quality meals while adhering to strict safety and handling procedures. The ideal candidate will be passionate about culinary arts, attentive to detail, and able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. You will have access to an environment that supports your professional growth and personal development, allowing you to enhance your culinary skills and contribute meaningfully to the community we serve.

With competitive hourly pay ranging from $20.00 to $22.00, this role also comes with a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, a discount program, commuter benefits, an employee assistance program (EAP), 401k retirement savings plan, sick leave, holiday pay for nine paid holidays, tuition reimbursement for full-time employees, and paid time off. If you thrive in environments that value quality, creativity, and community impact, Trio-Community Meals is the place for you to grow your culinary career and make a tangible difference every day.

Job Requirements

  • At least one year of culinary experience in a high-volume environment
  • knowledge of culinary methods and standards
  • ability to multitask effectively
  • skilled in use of kitchen equipment and tools
  • customer service experience
  • food handlers’ certification is a plus

Job Qualifications

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
  • excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
  • customer service experience is required
  • food handlers’ certification is preferred

Job Duties

  • Quality and portion control
  • food preparation
  • creative food presentation
  • maintaining kitchen
  • ensuring food is stored properly
  • following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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