COOK (FULL TIME)

Eurest USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food service is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team in Austin. This full-time role involves preparing high-quality meals, ensuring food safety, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering exceptional service while adhering to strict food handling standards. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a high-volume kitchen environment is essential.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
• Assist in food ordering and inventory management.

Skills

Cook/Food Service Experience

Food Safety Standards

Portion Control

Kitchen Equipment Operation

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• We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.
• Location: Samsung - 12100 Samsung Blvd, Austin, TX 78754. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; weekend availability required, more details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior cook/food service experience in a high-volume environment is required.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares high-quality 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 the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and 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, customers, administrators and managers.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
• The use of medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.