COOK (FULL AND PART TIME) at UH Main

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is seeking a Cook for both full-time and part-time positions at the University of Houston. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality food items, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety protocols are met.

Candidates should have prior cooking experience and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. Full-time benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Serve meals ensuring food is at the correct temperature.
• Clean kitchen after preparation and serving.

Skills

Prior cooking experience

Flexible schedule

Job description

Job Title: Cook (Full‑Time & Part‑Time)

Location: University of Houston – 4700 Calhoun Road, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77204

Schedule: Open availability, shifts may vary; weekends required.

Application Method: Online applications only.

Job Summary

Prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations, ensuring high‑quality food service at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
• Serve meals or prepare for delivery using correct portioning, ensuring food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty; taste all prepared food items.
• Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain records for the area worked during service periods.
• Clean kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high cleanliness standards; store or discard excess food per safe food‑handling procedures.
• Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat; ensure food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assist in production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
• Assist in ordering and receiving all food and supplies as needed.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attend in‑service and safety meetings.
• Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
• Perform the job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and maintenance of serving temperatures; follow HACCP standards.
• Commit personally to your own safety and that of others.
• Abide by all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to:
• Use of medium‑weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins, or cleaning a slicer.
• Use of oven mitts, fryer gloves, or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers, or steam tables.
• Use of slip‑resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Requirements

• Prior cooking experience required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Both full‑time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program)

Full‑time positions additionally offer:

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

Legal and Other Information

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, periods when the company does not require work may be unpaid and considered temporary layoff. Depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round or at a different location during break periods.

The position may require Florida Level 2 background screening.

EEO & Diversity Statement

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on 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.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.