COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Medical (full-time)

Dental (full-time)

Vision (full-time)

Life Insurance/AD (full-time)

Disability Insurance (full-time)

Job summary

A leading education dining service is seeking a full-time Cook in Boise, ID. The role involves preparing high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and following food safety standards. Applicants should have prior food-service experience and a commitment to teamwork. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits, including medical and dental insurance. Join a dedicated team serving the community.

Qualifications

• Some prior cook or food-service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Serve meals while ensuring correct portioning and temperature.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Attend safety meetings and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP standards

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Overview

• Position: Cook – Full time
• Location: Boise State, 1910 W University Drive, Boise, ID 83725
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday 09:30 AM – 06:30 PM, Friday 09:30 AM – 03:30 PM
• Requirement: Some prior cook or food‑service experience.
• Pay: $22.00 per hour (fixed rate)

Job Summary

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures, ensuring quality food service is provided 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, meeting outlined standards, ensuring food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Taste all prepared food items.
• Use established ticket collection procedures during service; maintain records of area worked during service periods.
• Clean kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness; store or discard excess food in accordance with 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 the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
• 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 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.
• Maintain personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abide 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.

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

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.