CHEF (FULL TIME)

Eurest USA; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Paid holidays after probation

Internal Referral Bonus

Job summary

Eurest is hiring a full-time CHEF for a daytime kitchen role in Decatur, IL. You will oversee cooks and kitchen staff, ensuring high-quality food, accurate portions, and prompt service.

The position requires at least 1 year of back-of-house experience; new culinary graduates are welcome. Competitive hourly pay, benefits after probation, and opportunities within Eurest’s foodservice network await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of back-of-house experience preferred.
• New culinary graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Directs cooks and kitchen staff to prepare and serve food.
• Ensures sanitation and safety standards are met.
• Oversees food preparation, presentation, and portion control.
• Assists in menu planning and recipe development.
• Monitors inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• Maintains consistent quality and timely service.

Skills

Back of house

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position.
• Location: Caterpillar Decatur - N. 27th & Pershing Road, Decatur, IL 62526 Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: At least 1 year of back of house experience preferred. New culinary graduates welcome.
• Perks: Paid holidays after probationary period! Health & dental insurance offered!
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Fixed Pay Rate: $17.05 per hour.

Eurest

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

Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. The Eurest Promise, “connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our promise,” is exemplified throughout our organization. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.

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 Eurest Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits 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, and 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.

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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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1584469