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COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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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
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Compass Group is a leading food service and support services company operating in various sectors including education, healthcare, and business dining across the United States and globally. At CSU San Bernardino Admin, Compass Group provides high-quality dining solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of the campus community. The company is renowned for promoting a culture of inclusion, growth, and employee empowerment, ensuring its staff members feel valued and motivated to contribute meaningfully to their workplace and community. Their dedication to excellence in food service is demonstrated through their commitment to using standardized recipes, maintaining safety protocols, and offering career growth opportunities for all associates. As part of this expansive network, the CSU San Bernardino campus team enjoys comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and innovative perks such as Instapay through the One @Work app, fostering both financial wellbeing and convenience for employees.

The Cook position at CSU San Bernardino Admin is an essential role responsible for preparing and serving high-quality food items in accordance with federal, state, and company safety guidelines and policies. This role offers both full-time and part-time engagements with flexible schedules, acknowledging the dynamic nature of campus dining needs where days and hours may vary. Applicants should expect a workplace focused on cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction. The pay range for this position is competitive, starting at $18.00 and going up to $20.00 per hour, reflecting the value placed on quality food preparation and effective kitchen operation.

Cooks at CSU San Bernardino Admin are tasked with following standardized recipes to ensure consistent taste and appearance, proper portion control, and appropriate food temperature maintenance. They also contribute to the inventory process by assisting with ordering, receiving, and verifying food and supplies while adhering to food safety practices. Maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment, operating kitchen equipment safely, and disposing of excess food according to regulations are critical aspects of the role. The company fosters continuous learning through in-service and safety meetings, encouraging employee development and adherence to safety protocols at all times. Employees must wear protective gear such as cut gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes to minimize risk.

Working as a Cook within Compass Group’s education sector not only offers a fulfilling job preparing meals for students and staff but also an opportunity to be part of a diverse and supportive team committed to inclusion and fair treatment. Compass Group strongly commits to fair hiring practices, valuing all applicants’ abilities and background. Their campus position at CSU San Bernardino offers benefits tailored to support employees in both personal and professional spheres, including training programs, health and wellness initiatives, and voluntary benefits. The role demands dedication to safety, quality, and teamwork, ensuring that every meal served meets high standards and positively impacts the campus community.

Job Requirements

  • previous high volume cooking experience preferred but not required
  • ability to work full time or part time with flexible availability
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • ability to follow safety and hygiene standards
  • ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • personal commitment to safety and cleanliness standards
  • willingness to comply with company policies
  • eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • experience in a food service or cooking role preferred but not required
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and food safety procedures
  • good communication skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • basic math skills for portioning and record keeping
  • willingness to attend training and safety meetings

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
  • 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 the use of 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

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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