Pantry Cook I

Compass Group USA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early wage access)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA is hiring for a cook position within its Levy brand family. You will learn and assist in the preparation and cooking of various foods, while upholding food safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen.

The role involves following standardized recipes, measuring ingredients, and supporting the culinary team to deliver quality meals. This position emphasizes teamwork, customer interaction, and adherence to company service and safety protocols across a fast-paced venue

Qualifications

• Learns to read a menu and estimate food requirements.
• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes and records.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards in kitchen areas.
• Assists with measuring and mixing ingredients using utensils and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads menu to estimate food requirements and orders from suppliers or storage.
• Prepares and cooks food per production records and recipes.
• Adjusts oven/broiler temperatures and other equipment.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes.
• Bakes, roasts, sautés, steams and portions foods as directed.
• Maintains work area and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient manner.
• Ensures compliance with service standards and inventory procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu reading

Recipe execution

Sanitation standards

Team communication

Tools

Ovens & kettles

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

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, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring! Great team member perks like Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app.

From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy now finds itself as a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

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.

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.

Associates of Levy are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings both through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely.