CHEF (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals

Mon-Fri schedule

Holidays off

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Flik Independent School Dining unit is hiring a full-time CHEF at The Fenn School in Concord, MA. The role requires 4 years of culinary experience, and offers a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional variations. Enjoy perks such as free parking, free meals, and holidays off.

The position emphasizes high-quality food preparation, rigorous sanitation, and teamwork in a school dining setting, with competitive hourly pay of $28.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years cooking/culinary experience.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control.
• Comfort working in a school dining environment and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervises cooks and kitchen staff; ensures meal preparation and service standards.
• Oversees staffing, scheduling, payroll, training, and performance reviews.
• Prepares high-quality meals per standardized recipes to meet production and service schedules.
• Maintains sanitation, proper food handling, and serving temperatures.
• Monitors food use, waste, and inventory to guide purchasing.
• Inspects received products for quality and quantity; maintains equipment cleanliness.
• Assists with recipe and menu development; performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

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• We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position.
• Location: The Fenn School - 516 Monument Road, Concord, MA 01742. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; hours may vary. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous 4 years of experience required.
• Perks: Free parking, free meals, Monday to Friday schedule, and holidays off!
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Fixed Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time. Our meals are crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, supporting sustainable agricultural practices that benefit our communities. But we don't stop at just foodservice – we take it to the next level by offering cutting-edge nutrition education programs that empower students to make smart, healthy choices daily. By combining nutritious meals with comprehensive education, we equip students with the essential tools they need to lead a healthy and thriving life. We believe in nourishing the whole person, creating community through great food and programming, and doing what’s right, every time.

We are Nourishing a Brighter Future.

Job Summary

Summary: Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food. Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
• Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
• Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules. Serves meals or prepares for delivery.
• Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
• Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
• Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
• Helps select and develop recipes and menus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at FISD are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.