Cook

ISS Facility Services - North America; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 26,863 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Comprehensive leave program

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a Cook to efficiently fulfill food preparation tasks for various meal periods. Responsibilities include ensuring kitchen organization, cleanliness, and following safety guidelines. Candidates should have at least 1 year of professional cooking experience or equivalent education. This full-time role requires adherence to food safety protocols and the ability to operate large culinary equipment. You will work Monday through Friday with hourly compensation ranging from $19.50 to $20.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of professional cooking experience or culinary education equivalent.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety guidelines.
• Ability to operate large culinary equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill prep lists efficiently for meal periods.
• Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness.
• Follow cooking and prep techniques as per instructions.

Skills

Professional cooking experience

Food safety compliance

Operational kitchen skills

Education

Culinary education or equivalent experience

Tools

Large volume culinary equipment

Job description

Hourly Wage

Guckenheimer offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is $19.50 per hour - $20.00 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 including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but ISS/Guckenheimer may identify additional responsibilities. These responsibilities may differ from account to account, depending on the business needs and client requirements.

Success Criteria

Ensure:

• Kitchen organization and cleanliness providing a safe environment for all employees and guests
• 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 and in accordance with 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.

To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.

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.