COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME) 1402506

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing quality food service in a school environment. As a Cook, you'll prepare delicious meals while adhering to safety and quality standards. This role offers both full-time and part-time schedules, with flexibility in hours. You'll work in a vibrant team atmosphere where your contributions are valued, and you'll have the opportunity to grow your culinary skills. Enjoy a range of benefits including health programs, retirement plans, and more, as you embark on a rewarding journey in the food service industry. Start your application today and be part of a team that makes a difference!

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Medical

Dental

Vision

Qualifications

• Prior cooking and food prep experience preferred, but willing to train.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking

Food Preparation

Food Service

HACCP Standards

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Chartwells K12

• We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions.
• Location: Nixa Public Schools - 301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time and part time schedules; Days may vary, 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior cooking, food prep, and food service experience is preferred, but not required. Willing to train!
• Pay Range: $13.75 to $14.00 per hour.
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1402506.

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

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.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits 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, 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)

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.