COOK

Compass Group USA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early wage access)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s Levy division is seeking a cook to support Memphis Zoo concessions and catered events. The role involves preparing food to standardized recipes, maintaining quality and temperature, and ensuring safety standards are met in a fast-paced setting.

You will work with a team to deliver meals for events, maintain cleanliness, and follow HACCP guidelines while staying compliant with company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing food items according to recipes and standards.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards and safe food handling.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items according to standardized recipes and schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery with correct portions and temperatures.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Assists in ordering, receiving, and inventory control as required.
• Adheres to all safety policies and PPE requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP standards

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

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

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring! Great team member perks like Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

Summary:

The cook at Memphis Zoo prepares food for concessions and/or catered events in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares 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 correct temperature, is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established order and preparation communication procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores/discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat.
• Ensures food & 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, venue partners, and guests.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Abides by ALL company safety policies, including wearing non-slip shoes and all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on work area and tasks performed.

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.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program