Captain, Kitchen

Elior; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

UNUM benefits

Discount program

Commuter benefits

EAP

401k

Sick time

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Elior School Dining at Cardinal Charter Academy in Wendell, NC is seeking a Kitchen Captain to lead a fast-paced kitchen team and craft high-quality meals.

You will oversee quality, portion control, food preparation, and creative presentation while maintaining safety standards and a focus on guest service. This full-time onsite role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a national school dining program.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of culinary experience in a high-volume setting with scratch cooking.
• Knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control across meals.
• Food preparation according to recipes and standards.
• Creative food presentation in line with menu concepts.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure proper storage of foods and safe handling practices.
• Adhere to safety policies, procedures and recipes.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Scratch cooking

Food safety

Quality & portion control

Customer service

Job description

Job Reference Number: 42656

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Segment: Education

Brand: Elior-School-Dining

Location: Cardinal Charter Academy at Wendell falls

The Role at a glance

We are looking to add an experienced Kitchen Captain to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you'll be doing

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we're looking for

Must-haves

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Food handlers’ certification

Compensation Range

$16 - $17 an hour

Our Benefits

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior School Dining

Elior School Dining partners with public and charter schools across the country, serving millions of meals that meet NSLP guidelines while exceeding expectations. We create thoughtful, customized dining experiences rooted in fresh food, student voice, and collaboration – fueling school pride, smart choices, and brighter futures with every meal.

About Elior-North America

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer

This job description can be revised by management as needed.

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