COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwellsschools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal provided

Off for major holidays

Pay increase after probation period

Job summary

Chartwellsschools is seeking a full-time food service associate to prepare meals, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and comply with food safety standards. The role requires previous bulk cooking experience and a ServSafe Manager Certification.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, with an hourly fixed pay rate of $18. Enjoy flexible work hours, retirement plans, and health benefits. Join a team committed to providing quality food services in an educational environment.

Qualifications

• Previous bulk cooking experience required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required.
• Ability to lift upwards of fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high‑quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Cleans kitchen and maintains cleanliness after preparation.
• Assists in production planning and record keeping.

Skills

Bulk cooking experience

ServSafe Manager Certification

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Standing for long periods

Job description

Job Summary

Location: MSD Pike Township - 6801 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268.

Schedule: Full‑time schedules; 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 available upon interview.

Fixed Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour.

Requirements: Previous bulk cooking experience and a ServSafe Manager Certification are required. This position may require lifting upwards of fifty pounds and standing for long periods of time.

Perks: Meal provided, school schedule and hours, off for major holidays, pay increase after probation period.

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.

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
• 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, see public information for paid time off benefits.

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). 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.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. 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.