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COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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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

Job Description

Chartwells K12 is a leading provider of foodservice management to thousands of educational institutions across the United States. As a part of the Compass Group, one of the world's largest foodservice companies, Chartwells K12 is dedicated to delivering nutritious, appealing meals to students in schools ranging from large public districts to small charter and private schools. With over 16,000 associates working in 4,300 schools, Chartwells K12 combines decades of experience in food service, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability to create innovative dining programs that meet the unique needs of each school community. Their mission is to ensure that every student leaves... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Previous cooking experience required
  • Ability to work Wednesday through Sunday with varying hours
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions satisfactorily
  • Commitment to safety and cleanliness standards
  • Must comply with company policies and procedures
  • Ability to handle physical demands of the job
  • Willingness to attend training and safety meetings

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 skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player with a positive attitude

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
  • 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 proper glove use, oven mitts, slip-resistant shoes and lifting techniques

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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