Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Opportunities for training and development
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

D'Youville Khurt Dining, located at 320 Porter Avenue in Buffalo, NY, is part of the expansive Compass Group family, a global leader in food service management and support services. Compass Group specializes in creating innovative and customized dining experiences across various sectors, including healthcare, education, business and industry, and sports and leisure. The D'Youville Khurt Dining venue offers a vibrant and engaging culinary environment dedicated to serving high-quality meals in an educational setting, focusing on delivering nutritious and appealing food options to students and staff. This dining location operates with a commitment to excellence, safety, and community engagement, making it... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Cook experience required
  • Ability to work Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
  • Must be able to follow recipes and food safety protocols
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in food preparation areas
  • Willingness to comply with all company policies and procedures
  • Must be able to use kitchen equipment safely
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum cook experience required
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and kitchen procedures
  • Knowledge of food safety and food handling regulations
  • Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to safety in the workplace
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization
  • Basic record keeping and inventory skills
  • Willingness to attend training and safety meetings
  • Ability to work a full-time schedule Monday through Friday

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 and is 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, ensuring 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 use of protective gloves and equipment

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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