COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Chartwells School Dining Services K12 is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare high-quality meals at Orchard Farm School District in Saint Charles, Missouri. The role includes following standardized recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with food ordering. A commitment to safety and high standards is essential, and prior kitchen experience is preferred. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with varying hours based on school needs. Benefits include a retirement plan and health programs.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Serves meals and ensures food is at the correct temperature.
• Cleans kitchen post-service and maintains high cleanliness standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies.
• Reports maintenance needs or accidents to the supervisor.

Job description

Position

Cook – Full Time

Location

Orchard Farm School District, 2165 Highway V, Saint Charles, MO 63301

Schedule

Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, hours may vary to follow the school schedule. More details upon interview.

Pay Range

$16.00 per hour to $17.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan


• Associate Shopping Program


• Health and Wellness Programs


• Discount Marketplace


• Identity Theft Protection


• Pet Insurance


• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program


• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Life Insurance/AD


• Disability Insurance


• Commuter Benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

Qualifications

Prior kitchen experience is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.