Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.00
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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
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Chartwells K-12, a division of Compass Group, is a leading provider of foodservice management to K-12 schools across the United States. With over 16,000 associates serving in 4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K-12 is dedicated to creating dining experiences that make students leave happier and healthier. They are known for combining decades of experience in foodservice, education, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability to develop custom dining programs that serve food kids love. Chartwells K-12 values diversity and inclusion, and it strives to foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior culinary experience preferred but not required
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and safety guidelines
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • willingness to attend training and safety meetings
  • ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
  • maintenance of a drug-free workplace

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • prior culinary experience preferred but not required
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and safety guidelines
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • willingness to attend training and safety meetings
  • commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work 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
  • 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location