HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group Canada; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service management company is seeking a Helper Cook to assist in food preparation and cooking of various items. The ideal candidate will maintain food safety and sanitation standards while working closely with kitchen staff. This is a full-time position with a schedule from Monday to Friday. Previous production experience is preferred, and free meals, uniforms, and laundering services are provided. Great benefits include health programs and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Free meals

Uniforms provided

Health and Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Previous production experience is preferred.
• Ability to maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of various food items.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Interact with customers and coworkers in a courteous manner.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Customer service

Job description

Job Opportunity: Helper Cook

Location: Menlo School - 50 Valparaiso Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous production experience is preferred.
*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $30.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Job Summary

Summary: Learns to assist in preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
• Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
• Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under instruction of others.
• Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
• Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fulfill orders as directed.
• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables.
• Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as instructed.
• Maintains work area and equipment. Follows sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
• Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at FISD are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits:

• 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

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits:

• 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 Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely, compensation transparency info is available.

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. FISD maintains a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.