COOK (FULL TIME)

AECOM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company is hiring a full-time COOK to prepare high-quality food in Chicago. The position offers no nights or weekends, a competitive pay rate, and a range of benefits including free meals and retirement plans. Ideal candidates should have culinary experience and be committed to food safety.

Benefits

Free meals

Overtime opportunities

Medical and Dental benefits

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• 3 years of previous culinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Safety

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

+ We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position.

+ Location: Chicago Commissary - 1441 West Willow Street, Chicago, IL 60642. Note: online applications accepted only.

+ Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. More details upon interview.

+ Requirement: 3 years of previous culinary experience is preferred.

+ Perks: No nights, no weekends, no holidays, and overtime opportunities!

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

+ Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

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Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

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 a 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 FLIK are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both 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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_FlikHospitality.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.