COOK (FULL TIME)

Cambridge, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $24.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Paid Time Off

Job Description

The offered position is with Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management known for providing quality food and hospitality services across various sectors. Compass Group operates in numerous locations worldwide, including corporate dining, healthcare, education, and more, consistently focusing on sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction. This opportunity is for a full-time cook role located at Sanofi, 450 Water Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth, ensuring every team member's passion for food and hospitality is nurtured and recognized. The working schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, accommodating a stable and predictable working week, ideal for those seeking consistency in their employment. The pay ranges from $19.00 to $24.00 per hour, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications, with additional perks such as free meals, uniforms, and uniform laundering services at selected locations.

The role of the cook at Compass Group within the Sanofi location is comprehensive and pivotal in the food preparation process. It involves following federal, state, and corporate regulations and standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality meals. The cook will prepare dishes according to standardized recipes, ensuring taste, presentation, and temperature meet company and health guidelines. Responsibilities also include portion control, proper food storage, and cleanliness maintenance, which are critical to food safety and ensuring customer satisfaction. Additionally, the cook will engage in operational tasks such as inventory management, equipment maintenance reporting, and adherence to safety protocols including the use of protective gloves and safety footwear. The position is designed not just as a job but as a career path, offering training, professional development, and opportunities for advancement within the company. The environment is team-oriented and supportive, encouraging associates to grow, contribute ideas, and be part of raising the bar in culinary standards. The cook’s role embodies the company’s commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction while fostering an engaging and safe workplace.

Job Requirements

Prior cooking or food service experience is required
Ability to work full time Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
Ability to comply with safety and health regulations
Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls
Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform kitchen tasks
Ability to work effectively individually and as part of a team
Willingness to attend safety and in-service meetings

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior cooking or food service experience
Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards including HACCP
Ability to prepare food according to standardized recipes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Good communication and teamwork abilities
Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen

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
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 but not limited to the use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer
The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables
The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques