COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parking

Free shift meals

Weekend shift premium

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Referral bonus

Job summary

Compass Group in Michigan is seeking a full-time Cook for Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. The role requires prior cook experience and will include a culinary assessment during interview. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour with benefits and full-time scheduling details discussed at interview.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, HACCP compliance, and teamwork in a busy educational facility. Apply online; multiple locations may be hiring.

Qualifications

• Cook experience required; must pass a culinary assessment upon interview.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Ensures food is served at the correct temperature, tastes great and is presented attractively.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and safety, stores or discards excess food per safe handling procedures.
• Assists in ordering, receiving and inventory of food and supplies as required.

Skills

Cook experience

Job description

Location: Eastern Michigan University

• We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.

• Address : 900 Oakwood St., Ypsilanti MI 48197. ( Hiring for multiple locations ) Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule : Full time schedule. Varying days and hours based on business need. More details upon interview.

• Requirement : Cook experience required, must pass a culinary assessment upon interview.

• Perks : Paid parking, free shift meals, weekend shift premium, health benefits, paid holidays, referral bonus and more!

• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $22.00per hour.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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 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.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development

• 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)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.