COOK (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health & Wellness

Discount Marketplace

Identity Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is hiring a full-time cook for the Delta One Lounge in JFK Airport, Jamaica, NY. The role requires prior cooking experience and the ability to follow recipes and safety standards. Schedule includes a varied week with some evenings and weekends.

The position offers an hourly rate of $23.50 and eligibility for standard company benefits. Duties include food preparation, portion control, and maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness to ensure high-quality meals for guests.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items according to standardized recipes and timelines.
• Ensures meals are served at correct temperatures and presentation.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food supplies.
• Reports equipment issues to supervisor.

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Quality standards

Job description

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for a full time COOK position.


• Location: Delta One Lounge - Terminal 4 JFK International A, Jamaica, NY 11430. Note: online applications accepted only.


• Schedule: Full time; Monday through Sunday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.


• Requirement: Previous cooking experience is preferred.


• Fixed Pay Rate: $23.50 per hour.

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to work This is R/A !

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus!

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 Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• 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

In addition, 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)

• 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 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.