PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meal program

Uniforms provided

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading food service company is hiring an immediate full-time Prep Cook in Knoxville, TN. Candidates should have 2 years of cooking experience and a commitment to food safety standards. Responsibilities involve preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role offers a pay range of $15.00 to $20.00 per hour and various benefits after 90 days, including health insurance and retirement plans. Join our team for a rewarding career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous cooking and prep cooking experience required.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with standards.
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures.
• Complies with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions.

Location: Turkey Creek Medical Center – 10820 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full‑time schedule. Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Rotating weekends included. More details upon interview.

Requirement: 2 years of previous cooking and prep cooking experience required.

Perks: Benefits after 90 days, employee meal program, and uniforms provided.

Pay Range: $15.00 to $20.00 per hour.

Job 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 and follows HACCP guidelines.
• Completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as required.
• Complies with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Takes orders from customers and prepares 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.
• Resolves customer concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits for Our Team Members

• Full‑time and part‑time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
• Full‑time positions also offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Background Screening

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

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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.