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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 $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Chartwells K12 is a leading provider of foodservice solutions for educational institutions, committed to enhancing the dining experience for students across the United States. With a presence in more than 4,300 schools and a team of over 16,000 associates, Chartwells K12 draws upon decades of expertise in food, education, and operations. The company emphasizes delivering meals that are not only nutritious but also appealing to young students, fostering healthier eating habits and happier experiences in school cafeterias. As part of Compass Group, Chartwells K12 benefits from extensive industry knowledge, innovation, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Their goal... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior culinary experience preferred
  • Ability to work Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to work in a team environment
  • Ability to handle kitchen equipment safely
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • Prior culinary experience preferred
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and food safety guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to maintain high cleanliness standards
  • Capable of safely operating kitchen equipment
  • Basic record keeping and inventory skills
  • Commitment to punctuality and reliability
  • Understanding of food portion control and presentation
  • Knowledge of HACCP standards

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 the use of medium weight cut gloves, oven mitts, fryer gloves, steamer gloves, slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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