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Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identify Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Morrison Healthcare, a leader in the food and nutrition services industry, operates extensively across the United States supporting over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems. Among the facilities served is the Ochsner University and Clinics located at 2390 West Congress Street, Lafayette, Louisiana. As part of Compass Group, Morrison Healthcare brings over 70 years of experience to the healthcare dining sector, pioneering excellence in culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. The company is renowned for transforming the hospital dining experience and has a well-earned reputation as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012. Morrison Healthcare employs more than 31,000... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Some experience required
  • Ability to perform physical tasks associated with cooking and kitchen work
  • Availability to work full-time rotating schedule including varied days and hours
  • Must be able to comply with safety and food handling procedures
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in work area
  • Willingness to participate in required training and safety meetings
  • Must be able to work in compliance with all company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Some cooking experience required
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP procedures
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and food preparation guidelines
  • Skilled in operating kitchen equipment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to safety and cleanliness
  • Ability to work rotating shifts and flexible hours

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
  • 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 use of cut gloves, oven mitts, slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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