Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.00
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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

Constellation is a leading provider of high-quality business dining and catering services across the United States, dedicated to creating exceptional food experiences in a variety of settings, including retail spaces and office buildings. Their mission centers on fostering connections through food and hospitality, emphasizing fresh, scratch-cooked meals that bring people together and enhance everyday business environments. As part of Elior North America, Constellation benefits from a strong commitment to diversity, employee development, and an inclusive work culture that respects and values people of all backgrounds and abilities. Elior North America is known for providing career growth opportunities and investing in the skills and advancement of its workforce across multiple brand segments.

This full-time cook position, located in Long Island City, New York, is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals eager to work in a vibrant and fast-paced kitchen environment within the Dining & Events segment of Constellation. The role focuses heavily on preparing high-quality meals from scratch, emphasizing proper culinary techniques, creativity in presentation, and strict adherence to food safety standards. Working alongside a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff at their Commissary, the cook will contribute not only to meal preparation but also to maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and ensuring proper food storage.

The role requires at least one year of prior culinary experience in a high-volume, quality-focused environment, highlighting the need for attention to detail and multitasking abilities. The position offers an hourly wage of $24 and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees, as well as additional benefits such as commuter perks, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and holiday pay. Candidates interested in joining a company that values skill development, personal growth, and delivering memorable food experiences will find this opportunity rewarding. Constellation and Elior North America offer a supportive workplace culture aimed at fostering employee advancement and ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants.

Job Requirements

  • 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
  • Food handlers' certification (nice to have)

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

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

No experience required


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