COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their vibrant team. This role involves preparing high-quality meals using fresh, local ingredients while adhering to food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary skills and a passion for creating extraordinary dining experiences. You will work in a collaborative environment that values creativity and teamwork, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Discount Marketplace

Qualifications

• 4 years of culinary experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Culinary Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Safety Standards

Job description

Restaurant Associates

• We have an opening for full time COOK positions.
• Location: CxRA - 33 51 62nd Street, Woodside, NY 11377. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Friday through Thursday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: 4 years of previous culinary experience is preferred.
• Pay Range: $21.00 per hour to $26.00 per hour.

CxRA Overview:

We are a custom caterer devoted to creating extraordinary events. Fresh, local ingredients and years of fine-tuned culinary expertise are just the start. Every dish we prepare is the culmination of years of experience, carefully built infrastructure, and an upbeat enthusiasm to quality. We're dedicated not only to the technical standards you'd expect—craft, precision, presentation—but to a sense of warmth and welcome that can't be measured.

You: Love your work and want to be a part of an extraordinary team. Are an outstanding problem solver. Enjoy learning from your team members and sharing standard methodologies. Are hands-on, meticulous, analytical, and a teammate who is ready to get going quickly!

Us: A team of bold strategists who share an obsession about a shared passion for outstanding food and genuine hospitality. We champion unforgettable events, embrace creative collaboration with our clients, colleagues, and premier vendors.

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 Restaurant Associates 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)

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.