Cook

ISS Facility Services - North America; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services - North America is hiring a Cook in Santa Monica. The position supports meal preparation for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events, following prep lists and production sheets.

Shift hours are roughly 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and high-quality food service in a client environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional cooking experience or education equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clock in and out for workday and breaks.
• Provide highest quality of service per ISS/Guckenheimer and client standards.
• Follow production sheets and current guidelines for food preparation and safety.
• Basic knowledge of cooking and prep techniques.
• Prepare NetMenu items as directed by production sheets.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment; follow regulations.
• Notify management of ingredient discrepancies, safety or equipment issues.
• Attend all daily meetings.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Education

Culinary education or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Wage

The hourly pay range for this position is $22 per hour - $24 per hour.

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are approximately 6:00 am - 3:00 pm, Mon-Fri.

Key Purpose

The Cook will accurately and efficiently fulfill prep lists, tasks, and food preparation for various meal periods to include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but ISS/Guckenheimer may identify additional responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ from account to account, depending on the business needs and client requirements.

Success Criteria

Ensure Kitchen organization and cleanliness provides a safe environment for all employees and guest.

• Workplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Food Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• All internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Ability to work safely with large volume culinary equipment including slicer, large mixer, food processors, blenders, and chopper
• Minimum of 1-year professional cooking experience or education equivalent.

Key Accountabilities

• Clock in and out for workday and clock in and out during breaks
• Always provide the highest quality of service in accordance with ISS/Guckenheimer and client standards
• Utilize food preparation procedures in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local guidelines and regulations to ensure high quality food service is provided
• Basic knowledge of cooking and prep techniques as required by your work assignment
• Execute NetMenu recipe preparation of food items, as directed by production sheets and/or LC, SC, or Executive Chef
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment and must follow ISS/Guckenheimer, and government regulatory rules and procedures
• Notify management when there are any ingredient discrepancies/availability, food/equipment safety, or any other situation that requires management attention
• Attend all meetings of the day
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
• Utilize team lift, transportation carts, and any other means of assistance when dealing with heavy loads
• Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code
• Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods

HSEQ Compliance

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.