COOK (FULL TIME)

Arlington, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.00 - $22.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Eurest is a globally recognized leader in the foodservice industry, known for its commitment to excellence and high standards of service. As a division of Compass Group, a world-renowned organization serving many Fortune 500 companies, Eurest prides itself on an ownership mindset that leverages global resources while maintaining a strong local presence. The company is dedicated to enriching the communities it serves by connecting with people, inspiring through food, creating solutions, and fulfilling its promise of quality and service. Eurest operates in various industries providing tailored foodservice solutions and has built a reputable brand synonymous with quality and professionalism.

Currently, Eurest is hiring for full-time Cook positions at the Lockheed Martin location in Arlington, TX. This role is critical to maintaining Eurest's reputation for quality and excellence in food service. The Cook will prepare food in adherence to federal, state, and corporate standards, ensuring that every meal served meets the highest expectations in terms of taste, presentation, portion control, and safety. The position operates on a Monday to Friday schedule, from 5:00 am to 3:00 pm, offering a competitive pay range of $20.00 to $22.00 per hour.

The Cook's responsibilities include preparing high-quality food items according to standardized recipes, ensuring that meals are attractive and served at the correct temperature, managing food storage, and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment. This role requires a commitment to following food handling procedures, adhering to safety policies, and maintaining accurate records during service periods. The Cook will also assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and participate in safety training sessions.

Eurest values diversity and inclusion, recognizing these as key drivers of success and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant cooking experience and demonstrate a strong commitment to food safety and quality standards. The company offers a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and more. This role provides an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a stable, full-time position within a respected global organization that values its associates and their contributions.

Job Requirements

at least three years of relevant experience
ability to follow federal, state and corporate food safety standards
strong knowledge of safe food handling procedures
ability to work Monday to Friday 5:00 am to 3:00 pm
ability to perform physical tasks related to kitchen work
willingness to comply with company policies including safety protocols
ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
reliable and punctual attendance

Job Qualifications

at least three years of relevant cooking experience
knowledge of federal, state and local food handling and safety regulations
ability to prepare food according to standardized recipes
experience with kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety
ability to work full time on assigned schedule
good communication and teamwork skills
ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and supervisors

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 using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards and ensuring food is at correct temperature and attractive
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
assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies
reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to 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 following HACCP standards
demonstrates personal commitment to safety practices and company policies