Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a leading food service management company recognized among the top 50 in the industry, known for its rapid growth and dedication to serving specialized communities, including senior care, hospitals, and behavioral health facilities. With a firm commitment to operational excellence and a strong foundation built on integrity, CSG empowers its teams to deliver superior service and foster positive outcomes for the individuals and organizations it serves. The company's inclusive and collaborative culture prioritizes employee growth, development, and meaningful impact, which makes it a sought-after employer in the food service industry.
The Culinary Services Group is currently hiring for an immediate opening in Lansing, MI, for a cooking position that pays $18.50 per hour. This role is ideal for individuals with at least one year of cooking experience looking to contribute in a dynamic and supportive environment. The job involves preparing food while strictly adhering to federal, state, and corporate standards, ensuring that every meal served meets high-quality standards. The position supports not only the preparation and serving of food but also maintenance of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen environment, reflecting CSG's commitment to safe food handling and operational safety standards.
As a cook with Culinary Services Group, you will play a crucial role in food preparation by following standardized recipes to produce consistent, delicious meals. The role requires meticulous attention to portion control, food presentation, and temperature maintenance, ensuring that the meals served are both appealing and nutritious. You will also be responsible for maintaining inventory, cleanliness, and proper food storage, which are essential for food safety compliance. The cook will work as part of a team, fostering positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients, and will actively participate in safety training and meetings. This position emphasizes not just proficiency in cooking techniques but also a strong commitment to workplace safety, including the use of personal protective equipment and proper lifting techniques.
Culinary Services Group offers a range of benefits tailored to support both full-time and part-time employees, including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, associate shopping discounts, pet insurance, and voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance. Full-time employees receive additional health-related benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts. Employees also have access to employee assistance programs and paid or unpaid time off in accordance with legal requirements. This commitment to comprehensive benefits underscores CSG's dedication to supporting its workforce in and out of the workplace.
Overall, this position at Culinary Services Group in Lansing provides an excellent opportunity for cooks to advance their careers in a company that values integrity, quality, and team empowerment, while also offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package. If you are passionate about food service and are looking for a rewarding role where your skills will be appreciated and nurtured, this position with Culinary Services Group could be your next career move.
The Culinary Services Group is currently hiring for an immediate opening in Lansing, MI, for a cooking position that pays $18.50 per hour. This role is ideal for individuals with at least one year of cooking experience looking to contribute in a dynamic and supportive environment. The job involves preparing food while strictly adhering to federal, state, and corporate standards, ensuring that every meal served meets high-quality standards. The position supports not only the preparation and serving of food but also maintenance of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen environment, reflecting CSG's commitment to safe food handling and operational safety standards.
As a cook with Culinary Services Group, you will play a crucial role in food preparation by following standardized recipes to produce consistent, delicious meals. The role requires meticulous attention to portion control, food presentation, and temperature maintenance, ensuring that the meals served are both appealing and nutritious. You will also be responsible for maintaining inventory, cleanliness, and proper food storage, which are essential for food safety compliance. The cook will work as part of a team, fostering positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients, and will actively participate in safety training and meetings. This position emphasizes not just proficiency in cooking techniques but also a strong commitment to workplace safety, including the use of personal protective equipment and proper lifting techniques.
Culinary Services Group offers a range of benefits tailored to support both full-time and part-time employees, including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, associate shopping discounts, pet insurance, and voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance. Full-time employees receive additional health-related benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts. Employees also have access to employee assistance programs and paid or unpaid time off in accordance with legal requirements. This commitment to comprehensive benefits underscores CSG's dedication to supporting its workforce in and out of the workplace.
Overall, this position at Culinary Services Group in Lansing provides an excellent opportunity for cooks to advance their careers in a company that values integrity, quality, and team empowerment, while also offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package. If you are passionate about food service and are looking for a rewarding role where your skills will be appreciated and nurtured, this position with Culinary Services Group could be your next career move.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- minimum of 1 year cooking experience
- ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings and weekends
- physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
- basic math and reading skills
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation regulations
- willingness to participate in safety training and meetings
- ability to work effectively as part of a team
Job Qualifications
- minimum of 1 year cooking experience
- ability to follow standardized recipes and procedures
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen
- good communication and teamwork skills
- basic record-keeping and inventory skills
- commitment to workplace safety and company policies
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
- ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
- follows HACCP standards
- personal commitment to your own safety and that of others
- abides by all company policies and procedures including the use of protective gloves and slip-resistant shoes
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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