COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Morrison Living; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 15,153 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Paid time off

Free shift meals

Free uniforms

Great teamwork

Job summary

Morrison Living is hiring a COOK for Cappella Grand Junction in Grand Junction, CO. Both full‑time and part‑time schedules are available: Tue–Fri with rotating weekends, 11:00 am–7:30 pm.

Prior batch‑cooking experience is preferred, and the position includes benefits, shift meals, and uniforms. The cook will prepare food to approved standards, ensure proper temperatures and portions, and help maintain HACCP compliance in a fast‑paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Prior batch‑cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high‑quality food items according to recipes and schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery with correct portions and temperatures.
• Keeps kitchen clean and organized; stores excess food safely.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.
• Follows HACCP standards and company policies for safety and quality.

Job description

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a full‑time and part‑time COOK position.

• Location: Cappella Grand Junction - 628 26 1/2 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81506.
• Schedule: Full‑time and part‑time schedules. Tuesday – Friday, rotating weekends. 11:00 am – 7:30 pm. Further details provided during interview.
• Requirement: Prior batch‑cooking experience preferred.
• Perks: Great benefits! Paid time off! Free shift meals! Free uniforms! Great teamwork!
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour.

What's in it for you

A fun work environment, robust benefits package, great team members, and a career with one of the top hospitality companies in the nation. You'll work with a talented and supportive team that makes a real impact in the lives of those we serve.

Why you'll make a great addition

Our culinary team is the core of our business. If you enjoy creating memorable experiences and are passionate about hospitality and culinary excellence, you will be a great addition to the Morrison Living team!

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 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:
• Use of medium‑weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• Use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• Use of slip‑resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Benefits

• Full‑time and part‑time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Colorado Paid Sick Leave, 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.
• Full‑time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Employment Practices

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The following link provides detailed information: https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonLiving.pdf

Morrison Living is a member of Compass Group. 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.

Background Screening

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

Application Information

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all openings for this position are filled. 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.

Morrison Living maintains a drug‑free workplace.