Compass Group

HELPER COOK (PART TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.95
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance

Job Description

Chartwells K-12, a division of Compass Group, is a leading foodservice company focused on delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to students across various educational institutions. With a workforce of over 16,000 associates serving more than 4,300 schools—including large public schools, charter schools, and private institutions—Chartwells K-12 is committed to enhancing student wellbeing by providing meals that children love to eat. Backed by decades of expertise in food, education, and operations, Chartwells combines culinary excellence with nutrition, wellness, and sustainability to create custom dining programs tailored to the needs of each school community. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.

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Job Requirements

  • Prior experience cooking, preparing, and serving for large capacities (200+)
  • Prior food safety experience
  • Ability to work a part-time schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • Ability to follow directions and learn quickly
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical kitchen tasks
  • Eligibility to work in the United States
  • Willingness to comply with company policies and drug-free workplace standards

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Prior experience cooking and preparing food for large groups
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic culinary skills or willingness to learn
  • Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment

Job Duties

  • Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements
  • Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage
  • Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes
  • Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles
  • Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment
  • Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance
  • Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked
  • Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed
  • Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits
  • Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed
  • Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits
  • Maintains work area and equipment
  • Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
  • Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner
  • Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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