SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Cookeville, TN is seeking an experienced Senior Cook for a full-time role. The position requires preparing nutritious meals to standards, following recipes, HACCP guidelines, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Shifts are 7:30 am–3:00 pm or 1:00 pm–9:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with a pay range of $17.00–$19.00 per hour. Prior cooking experience and at least 5 years in related roles, including international cuisine, are highly

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience required.
• At least 5 years preferred.
• International cuisine experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cooking activities as assigned by the Food Service Director.
• Prepare entrees and menu items following recipes.
• Operate and clean equipment after each use and perform routine cleaning.
• Store, label and date food items according to policy.
• Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.
• Maintain accurate daily production records and complete documentation.
• Assist in cross-training of employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

International cuisine

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full‑time Senior Cook positions.

Location: 1000 N Dixie Avenue, Cookeville, TN 38505

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:00 pm or 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

Pay Range: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour.

Requirements: Prior cooking experience required; at least 5 years preferred. International cuisine experience highly preferred.

Job Summary

Prepares food to ensure it is nutritious and properly flavored in accordance with applicable federal, state, local and company standards, guidelines and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• May oversee the cooking activities of food service associates as assigned by the Food Service Director.
• Prepares various entrees and menu items following established recipes.
• Operates and cleans equipment after each use and performs scheduled routine cleaning.
• Stores, labels and dates food items according to policy; helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products.
• Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Assists Food Service Director in maintaining accurate daily production records and completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as assigned.
• Assists in the cross‑training of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• 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
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.