HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Bon Appétit is hiring for a full-time Helper Cook at the Seaport area in Boston. No prior experience is required, and the role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with hours to vary.

Starting pay ranges from $22.22 to $25.25 per hour, with online applications accepted. Summary: Learns to assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Learns to assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items.

Responsibilities

• Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements and orders food from supplier or storage.
• Prepares and cooks food in accordance with recipes.
• Adjusts thermostat controls for ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
• Measures and mixes ingredients using various kitchen utensils.
• Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.
• Tests food by tasting and checking doneness.
• Carves meat, portions food, adds gravies and garnishes.
• Washes, peels and prepares fruits and vegetables.
• Maintains work area and equipment with proper sanitation and safety.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers politely.

Skills

No experience required

Job description

Bon Appetit

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

• Location: CwP - 200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts 02210. Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule: Full time; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

• Requirement: No prior experience is required.

• Pay Range: $22.22 per hour to $25.25 per hour.

*Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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

Are you looking for a job with competitive wages and benefits, one in which you can learn and grow while making a difference in the world? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates more than 1,000 cafés around the country for corporations, universities, and museums, as well as a few dozen public restaurants. We’ve led the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, from sustainable seafood to cage‑free eggs. We cook everything from scratch using fresh, local ingredients.

Job Summary

Summary: Learns to assists in the 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

• Learns to read 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.

• Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.

• Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.

• Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the 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 fill orders as directed.

• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits.

• Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.

• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.

• Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety 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 Bon Appétit are offered many fantastic benefits.

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

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 Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug‑free workplace.

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