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 $14.00
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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 including Critical Illness Insurance
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Bon Appetit Management Company is a leading foodservice company operating over 1,000 cafes across the United States, serving corporations, universities, museums, and public restaurants. Renowned for its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, the company focuses on sustainable seafood, cage-free eggs, and scratch cooking using fresh, local ingredients. Bon Appetit is part of Compass Group, a global leader in the foodservice industry that values diversity of thought and inclusion. Located at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, this opportunity is for both full-time and part-time Cook positions with a starting pay rate of $14.00 per hour. Bon Appetit emphasizes... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to work full-time or part-time hours as needed
  • Open availability preferred
  • Sense of kitchen urgency and kitchen knowledge is required
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks
  • Must comply with company safety standards and procedures
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to participate in on-the-job training and safety meetings

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is desirable
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Understanding of portion control and presentation standards
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and instructions
  • Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean working environment

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
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
  • Follows HACCP standards
  • Demonstrates personal commitment to own safety and that of others
  • Abides by all company policies and procedures, including the use of protective gloves and safety equipment

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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