COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal provided

School schedule and hours

Off major holidays

Probation pay increase

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 in Indianapolis, IN is hiring immediately for full-time Cook positions. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, or 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with online applications accepted.

Experience in bulk cooking and a ServSafe managerial certification are required; position may require lifting up to 50 lbs. Perks include meals, school hours, major holidays off, and a pay increase after probation.

Qualifications

• Bulk cooking experience required.
• ServSafe managerial certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality items according to recipes and schedules.
• Serve meals and portion accurately while monitoring temperatures.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper food storage per standards.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assist in ordering and receiving food and supplies.
• Follow HACCP standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Bulk cooking

ServSafe certification

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Chartwells K12

• We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.
• Location: Toccoa Falls College - 6801 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior bulk cooking experience and a ServSafe managerial certification is required; this position may require lifting up to 50lbs.
• Perks: Meal provided, school schedule and hours, off for major holidays, and pay increase after probation period!
• Fixed Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

Job 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 Chartwells K-12 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

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)

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_ChartwellsK12.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf will be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

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.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.