COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the foodservice sector is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team at a prestigious location. This role involves preparing high-quality meals, adhering to food safety standards, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for cooking and a commitment to excellence. Join a team that values quality service and offers a supportive work atmosphere, along with a range of fantastic benefits. If you are ready to take your culinary skills to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 1+ years of previous cooking experience is required.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and maintains high standards of cleanliness.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Teamwork

Job description

Wolfgang Puck Catering

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position.

Location: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures - 6067 West Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary. Weekend availability is required. More details upon interview.

Requirement: 1 plus years of previous cooking experience is required.

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1401181.

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.

Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drug-free workplace.