PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

7 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Internal Employee Referral Bonus
Retirement Plan
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Legal Services
Choice Auto and Home Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Eurest unit in Des Moines is hiring a full-time Prep Cook. The role requires catering experience, a 6:30 am to 3:00 pm schedule from Monday to Friday, and an on-site work environment.

You will prepare items from production sheets, follow recipes, handle HACCP compliance, and assist with staging and serving at multiple stations. The position offers benefits and an opportunity to contribute to a high-standard food service operation.

Qualifications

  • Catering experience required.
  • Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–3:00 pm.

Responsibilities

  • Prepares food according to production sheets and recipes.
  • Supports the Chef with daily production and station setup.
  • Operates, cleans, and maintains kitchen equipment.
  • Labels and stores items following HACCP guidelines.
  • Serves customers efficiently at multiple stations.
  • Completes required documentation and logs.

Skills

Catering experience

Job description

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  • We are hiring immediately for a full time PREP COOK position.
  • Location: KKR - 750 Park Street, Des Moines, IA 50392 Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Catering experience required.
  • *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
  • Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to$19.00per hour

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

Eurest is recognized worldwide for standards of service and excellence within the foodservice industry. Embracing an ownership mindset, Eurest leverages global resources, promotes a local presence and enriches the communities we serve. Eurest is proud to serve the world’s most respected successful corporations, including many of the Fortune 500.

Job Summary


Summary: Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef.
  • Prepares items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
  • Completes and follows daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
  • Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
  • Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy. Follows HACCP guidelines.
  • Completes all required documentation, reports, logs as required.
  • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
  • Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
  • Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
  • Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations.
  • Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
  • Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
  • Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
  • Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
  • Resolves customer concerns.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the followingbenefits 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

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