COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Full-Time Cook, where you will prepare high-quality meals and ensure food safety standards. This role offers a chance to work in a vibrant environment at a leading university, contributing to the culinary experience of students and staff. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a supportive workplace. If you're passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

Training and Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of kitchen/culinary experience in a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Kitchen/Culinary experience

Job description

Join to apply for the COOK (FULL TIME) role at Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services

We are hiring immediately for a FULL TIME COOK position at Texas State University, located at 700 Moore Street Bldg 30, San Marcos, TX 78666. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Must have flexible scheduling and adaptability.

Requirements: Kitchen/Culinary experience in a commercial kitchen; 1 year required.

Pay Range: $16.00 to $20.00 per hour.

Location: TSU

How to Apply: Want to apply via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search for requisition ID 1400947.

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Application deadline: Applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled. Even if declined, you may be considered for future opportunities and are encouraged to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact. Apply today!

Job Summary

Prepares food according to applicable standards, guidelines, and regulations, ensuring quality food service at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to recipes and instructions to meet schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery, ensuring correct portions, temperatures, and presentation. Tastes all prepared food.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures and maintains records during service.
• Cleans kitchen after use, maintains cleanliness standards, and stores or discards excess food properly.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized, ensuring proper storage of food and supplies.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, record keeping, and reporting.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies.
• Reports maintenance issues, faulty equipment, or accidents immediately.
• Attends in-service and safety meetings.
• Maintains good relationships with coworkers, customers, and management.
• Performs job safely, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, following HACCP standards.
• Prioritizes safety for yourself and others.
• Follows all company policies and procedures regarding safety and equipment use.

The Benefits

We invest in our people with benefits including:

• Training and Development Opportunities
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance)

Full-time positions also offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Additional benefits may apply depending on location and employment status.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment of all applicants and associates regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. This job post is not exhaustive; the company reserves the right to modify responsibilities as needed.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services