COOK (FULL TIME)

AECOM; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in foodservice is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their dynamic team. In this full-time role, you will prepare high-quality meals while adhering to food safety standards and operational guidelines. Your culinary expertise will be essential in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you are passionate about food and eager to contribute to a collaborative kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free Meals

Uniforms and Laundering Service

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• Previous culinary and catering experience required.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Catering Experience

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary Degree

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Safety Management Systems (HACCP)

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position.

Location: Kirkland & Ellis - 601 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 5:00 pm; some nights are included. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous culinary and catering experience required.

Pay Range: $22.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

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:

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 FLIK 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.

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).

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.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.