PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free shift meal

Uniform

Training

Growth opportunities

Excellent schedule

Job summary

Compass Group is hiring full-time Prep Cook at the National Academy of Sciences location in Washington, DC. The role involves preparing food, serving customers, and ensuring quality per HACCP standards.

Candidates must have prior cooking experience and be able to work a Monday–Friday schedule with hours that may vary. Benefits include meal, uniform, and training, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is required.
• Vaccination/testing may be required where permitted by law.
• Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday; hours may vary; details at interview.

Responsibilities

• Prepares items from production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
• Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
• Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy; follows HACCP guidelines.
• Completes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets; tastes meals for quality.
• Takes orders from customers and prepares items requiring short preparation time.

Skills

Cooking experience

Job description

Seasons

• We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions.

• Location : National Academy of Sciences - 2101 Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001. Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule : Full time; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

• Requirement : Previous cooking experience is required.

• Perks : Free shift meal, uniform, and training! Growth opportunities! Excellent schedule!

• Pay Range : $19.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour.

Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable accounts in the Washington DC metro area. We are culinarians that offer extraordinary services to our extraordinary clients. For our employees, we offer a full benefits plan, a schedule that respects work life balance and opportunities for learning and advancement

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.

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/

Associates at Seasons are offered many fantastic benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet 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, (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Seasons-Landing-Page_March2026.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Seasons-Landing-Page_March2026.pdf