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COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group

Houston (TX)

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team in Houston. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment where you will prepare delicious meals while adhering to high standards of food safety and cleanliness. You will have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and contribute to a team that values quality and efficiency. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with career advancement opportunities and a range of benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you are passionate about food service and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities
Health and Wellness Programs
Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

  • Cook experience required with ability to manage tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
  • Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and ensure safe food handling.

Skills

Cook experience
Task management
Food safety standards

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Eurest

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position.

Location: McDermott - 915 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77079. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday - Friday, hours may vary. Must be able to work morning shift. Weekends and holidays off. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Cook experience required. Must be able to manage tasks well and prioritize which tasks must be done and when.

Perks: Willing to train! Career advancement opportunities offered!

Pay Range: $16.00 per hour to $18.00

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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

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:

  1. Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
  2. 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.
  3. Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
  4. Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
  5. Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
  6. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
  7. Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
  8. Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
  9. Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
  10. Attends in-service and safety meetings.
  11. Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
  12. Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
  13. Performs other duties as assigned.
  14. Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
  15. Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
  16. Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
    1. The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
    2. The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
    3. 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.

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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1383241

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