GRILL COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services

Cookeville (TN)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available!
Training & Development
Retirement Plan
Health & Wellness
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed in Cookeville, TN is hiring for full-time Grill Cook positions. The role prepares and grills food, serves customers, and follows established safety and quality standards in a fast-paced campus dining environment.

Requirements include prior culinary experience with a preference for 5+ years. The position offers a fixed pay rate of $16.00 per hour and a benefits program. Schedule is full-time with days and hours varying; details provided during interview.

Qualifications

  • Prior culinary experience is required; at least 5 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Takes orders from customer and prepares items requiring short preparation.
  • Serves customers in an efficient, friendly manner following established steps of service.
  • Uses established ticket-collection procedures during service and maintains records.
  • Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from workstations safely.
  • Stores foods with proper wrapping, dating and rotation procedures.
  • Cleans, sanitizes and maintains all assigned work areas and equipment.
  • Attends in-service and safety meetings.
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Culinary Experience
Grill Cooking

Job description


  • We are hiring immediately for full time GRILL COOK positions.

  • Address: 1000 N Dixie Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38505Note: online applications accepted only.

  • Schedule: Full time; days & hours may vary, more details upon interview.

  • Requirement: Prior culinary experience is required; at least 5 years is preferred.

  • Perks: Benefits available!

  • Fixed Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour



Location: Tennessee Tech University



  • We are hiring immediately for full time GRILL COOK positions.

  • Address: 1000 N Dixie Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38505Note: online applications accepted only.

  • Schedule: Full time; days & hours may vary, more details upon interview.

  • Requirement: Prior culinary experience is required; at least 5 years is preferred.

  • Perks: Benefits available!

  • Fixed Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour



Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. 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.



Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact.



Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food and serves customers at the grill station in accordance with current applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations to ensure high-quality food service is provided.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities


  • Takes orders from customer and prepares items requiring short preparation. Completes orders from steam tables and serves customers at multiple stations.

  • Serves customers in an efficient, friendly manner following established steps of service meeting outlined standards. Ensures 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.

  • Uses approved recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.

  • Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from workstations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with established safety standards.

  • Stores foods in designated areas following standard wrapping, dating and food safety and rotation procedures.

  • Cleans, sanitizes and maintains all assigned work areas, equipment and utensils to ensure sanitation standards are met.

  • Resolves customer concerns and reports relevant information and concerns to supervisor.

  • 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.



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. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.


https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf


Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.



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.


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


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.


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