COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team at an innovative foodservice leader, where you will prepare high-quality meals and ensure exceptional dining experiences. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in maintaining food safety and cleanliness while working in a fast-paced environment. This position offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and contribute to memorable events. If you have a passion for food and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and culinary practices is essential.
• Ability to prepare high-quality food items according to recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items following standardized recipes.
• Cleans kitchen and maintains high standards of cleanliness.
• Operates kitchen equipment and assists in ordering supplies.

Skills

Knowledge of food and culinary practices

Job description

Union Square Events

• We are hiring immediately for full-time COOK positions.
• Location: NYMM - 1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Open availability, shifts may vary. Weekends required. More details are available upon interview.
• Requirement: Knowledge of food and culinary practices is required.
• Pay Range: $22.00 to $26.00 per hour

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

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:

• 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 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.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly, regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Union Square Events maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or remote work, click here for paid time off benefits information.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

Req ID: 1409194