COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated cooks to join their team at a prominent university. This role involves preparing delicious meals while ensuring adherence to food safety standards and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong culinary background and a passion for delivering quality food service. The company values diversity and offers numerous training and development opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package for both full-time and part-time associates. Join a supportive team where your culinary skills can shine and make a difference in the dining experience of students and staff.

Benefits

Opportunities for Training and Development

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Qualifications

• Five years of culinary experience required.
• Ability to follow HACCP standards and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
• Assists in ordering and receiving food and supplies.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Portion Control

Job description

Location: Central Michigan University

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions.

Address: Central Michigan Overhead - 103 E Preston, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Hours and days may vary; more details upon interview.

Requirement: Five years of culinary experience required.

Pay Range: $16.00 per hour to $18.04 per hour.

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:

1. Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
2. 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.
3. Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
4. Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
5. Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
6. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
7. Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
8. Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
9. Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
10. Attends in-service and safety meetings.
11. Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
12. Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
14. Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
15. Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
16. 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.

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.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.