COOKf or Panda Express at UT Dallas (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Pet insurance

FSAs

Job summary

Compass Group USA at UT Dallas is seeking a full-time Cook to join the Panda Express team on-site at University of Texas - Dallas. You will prepare meals according to recipes, manage portion controls, and ensure food safety and quality standards are met.

The position requires at least 1 year of cooking and food service experience; schedule is Monday–Thursday 11:00 am–7:00 pm and Friday 10:00 am–4:30 pm, with common duties in prep, service, and kitchen maintenance.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of cooking experience and food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions.
• Ensures correct portioning, serving temperatures, and food presentation.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and safety per HACCP standards.
• Orders and receives food supplies; assists in production planning and record keeping.
• Reports maintenance needs and participates in safety meetings.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food service experience

Job description

COOKf or Panda Express at UT Dallas (FULL TIME)

Location: University of Texas - Dallas

• We are hiring immediately for a XXX position.
• Address: University of Texas - Dallas - 800 W Campbell Road SU-23, Richardson, TX 75080. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Thursday; 11:00 am-7:00 pm; Friday; 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Requirement: At least 1 year of cooking experience and food service experience
• Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to$17.00 per hour.

Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o 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
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.