COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring immediately for full-time COOK positions at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. Candidates should have prior high-volume cooking experience and be able to work flexible days, including weekends.

You will prepare food to recipe standards, ensure proper temperatures, and maintain HACCP and cleanliness. Benefits and a supportive kitchen team are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous high-volume cooking experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to recipes and schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery with proper portions and temperatures.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper food storage per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, records and reporting as required.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.

Location: Wheaton College - 421 Chase Street, Wheaton, IL 60187. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time; Days and hours may vary. Weekend availability is required. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous high-volume cooking experience is required.

Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to$21.00 per hour.

Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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 Bon Appétitare offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits 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
• 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.

Diversityof thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.