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COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Health and wellness programs
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Associate Shopping Program
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance
accident insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
legal services
Choice Auto and Home Program

Job Description

Bon Appetit Management Company is a leading foodservice provider operating more than 1,000 cafes across the United States. This esteemed company serves a wide range of clients including corporations, universities, museums, and public restaurants. Known for its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, Bon Appetit emphasizes the use of sustainable seafood, cage-free eggs, and fresh, local ingredients prepared from scratch. The company is dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and sustainability within its operations and workforce, creating an environment that encourages growth, learning, and meaningful work for all its employees. As part of Compass Group, a global leader in the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • previous cooking experience required
  • ability to work full time with varying schedules including evenings and weekends
  • willingness to adhere to safety protocols and wear required protective equipment
  • physical ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights
  • ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
  • reliable and punctual
  • excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

Job Qualifications

  • previous cooking experience
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • strong attention to detail
  • good communication and teamwork skills
  • ability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
  • basic math skills for portion control and record keeping

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 medium weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer
  • uses oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables
  • uses slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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