School Cafeteria Cook — Part-Time, Mon–Fri, Lead Kitchen

Compass Group USA; Ampere (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Chartwells K-12 is seeking a part-time cook for East Orange School District, NJ. You will prepare meals for students, follow recipes, ensure portions and temperatures, and support meal service during school hours.

The role requires experience cooking for large groups, ability to handle paperwork, and manage kitchen staff. We offer a supportive team, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities to grow within a national foodservice company.

Qualifications

• Prior experience cooking for large quantities of people.
• Ability to complete paperwork.
• Ability to manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to recipes and schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery with correct portions.
• Maintains cleanliness and proper storage per standards.
• Operates kitchen equipment and assists in ordering supplies.
• Follows HACCP standards and safety procedures.
• Attends safety meetings and communicates with supervisor.

Skills

Cooking experience

Staff management

Paperwork

Job description

Compass Group USA's Chartwells K-12 is seeking a part-time cook for East Orange School District, NJ. You will prepare meals for students, follow recipes, ensure portions and temperatures, and support meal service during school hours.

The role requires experience cooking for large groups, ability to handle paperwork, and manage kitchen staff. We offer a supportive team, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities to grow within a national foodservice company.