HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Flik Hospitality Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights

No weekends

Paid holidays

Free meals

Uniforms

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group, Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a full-time Helper Cook to assist in our kitchen from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Previous cooking experience is required; food safety and dishwashing experience are preferred. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour.

Free meals and uniforms are provided at select locations. Join Flik Hospitality Group to contribute to a high-performing service team and gain hands-on training in a dynamic foodservice environment.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is required.
• Food safety experience preferred.
• Dishwashing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements and procure ingredients.
• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes and production records.
• Assists in maintaining sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Assists in measuring and mixing ingredients using various utensils and equipment.
• Cooks meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under supervision and adds garnishes as directed.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous manner.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Dishwashing experience

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

• We are hiring immediately for a full time HELPER COOK position.
• Location: 4601 Touchton Road East Boulevard 400, Jacksonville, FL 32246. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous cooking experience; food safety and dishwashing experience preferred.
• Perks: No nights, no weekends, and most holidays off with pay!
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.

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

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

What makes FLIK click?

Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands‑on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

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 FLIK Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Both 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

• 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.