COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Compass Group USA at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ is hiring for full-time cook positions. The role requires 3 years of cooking experience; catering or banquet experience is preferred. The pay rate is $20.30 per hour and shifts may include days, nights, and weekends.

The position emphasizes high-quality meal preparation, food safety, and teamwork. Compass Group offers a range of benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications are accepted online.

Qualifications

• 3 years of prior cooking experience is required.
• Catering or banquet experience is preferred.

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 with proper portioning and serving temperatures.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards, including HACCP guidelines.
• Assists in ordering and receiving of food and supplies and keeps records.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.
• Location: Stevens Institute of Technology - 1 Castle Point on the Hudson, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; days and hours may vary. Days, nights, and weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: 3 years of prior cooking experience is required; catering or banquet experience is preferred.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $20.30 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• 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.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential.

Full-time and part-time positions offer:

• 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

Nearest Major Market: New York City
Nearest Secondary Market: Newark
Job Segment: Food Service, Chef, Kitchen, Banquet, Hospitality