HELPER COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Henniker (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed at New England College in Henniker, NH is hiring immediately for full-time and part-time Helper Cook positions. Address: 98 Bridge Street, Henniker, NH 03242. Online applications accepted only. Prior cooking experience is required, with PM shifts on a Sunday through Thursday schedule.

More details during interview. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour. A $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days is offered.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Reads menu to estimate food requirements and orders from supplier or storage.
• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes and production records.
• Adjusts oven/heat controls to regulate temperatures as directed.
• Measures and mixes ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and seasons foods as instructed.
• Tests food for doneness by tasting, smell, and appearance; portions and garnishes as directed.
• Maintains sanitation and safety in kitchen; interacts courteously with staff and customers.

Skills

Prior cooking experience

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time and part time HELPER COOK positions.
• Address: 98 Bridge Street, Henniker, NH 03242. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time and part time schedules; Sunday through Thursday, hours may vary. PM shifts. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior cooking experience is required.
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour.

Location

New England College

• We are hiring immediately for full time and part time HELPER COOK positions.
• Address: 98 Bridge Street, Henniker, NH 03242. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time and part time schedules; Sunday through Thursday, hours may vary. PM shifts. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior cooking experience is required.
• Perks: $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days!
• Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $22.00 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.

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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.

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.