FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Willing to train!

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Chartwells K-12 in Darien, CT is hiring a Food Unit Lead for a full-time, Monday–Friday shift from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Prior cooking experience is required; ServSafe certification and manager experience are preferred.

We offer training and opportunities for internal referrals in a supportive dining program within Chartwells K-12. The role focuses on supervising food-service staff, ensuring quality and timely meal service, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining sanitation and safety

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience is required.
• ServSafe certification is preferred.
• Manager experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities of other food-service employees.
• Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverages.
• Responds to customer complaints in person and via email.
• Trains employees and assigns work to promote efficiency and excellence.
• Determines work procedures, prepares schedules and expedites workflow.
• Maintains sanitation standards and manages cash handling per policy.

Skills

Cooking experience

Manager experience

Customer service

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

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• We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD UNIT LEAD position.
• Location: Darien Public Schools - 35 Leroy Avenue, Darien, CT 06820. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior cooking experience is required; ServSafe certification and manager experience are preferred.
• Perks: Willing to train!
• Pay Range: $17.50per hour to$18.00 per hour.
  *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com .

Job Summary

Summary: Coordinates activities of other food-service employees. Creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff and visitors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
• Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control.
• Ensures timely, efficient meal service; supervises serving of meals.
• Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints.
• Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites work flow.
• Uses proper systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory-cash reports-production records, payroll and time- keeping.
• Responsible for proper cash handling as established by the Food Accounting Manual (deposits - petty cash - change funds).
• Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors.
• Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees in accordance with company standards and government regulations.
• Develops sanitation schedule and ensures food-service employees adhere to the schedule for cleaning of kitchen and dining area and washing of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Issues written and oral instructions.
• Help select and orient employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits 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
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• 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 Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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.