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COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group, North America

Stamford, CTFull-time$22–23/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22–23/hr
Location
Stamford, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Compass Group, North America is hiring a COOK (FULL TIME). The Cook prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, ensuring quality food service at all times. This role involves maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, proper food storage, and operating kitchen equipment. The Cook also assists with production planning, record keeping, and ordering supplies.

Key focus areas include Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, Serve meals or prepare for delivery using correct portioning and meeting outlined standards, and Ensure food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty.

Successful candidates bring Previous Cooking Experience. Important skills include Food Preparation, Quality Food Service, Standardized Recipes, Portioning, Food Temperature Control, and Food Tasting. Preferred (not required): Production Planning, Record Keeping, Food And Supplies Ordering, and Food And Supplies Receiving.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Food PreparationQuality Food ServiceStandardized RecipesPortioningFood Temperature ControlFood TastingTicket Collection ProceduresKitchen CleaningSafe Food-Handling ProceduresRefrigerator and Storeroom OrganizationKitchen Equipment OperationKitchen Equipment MaintenanceMaintenance ReportingFaulty Equipment ReportingAccident ReportingGood Working RelationshipsJob SafetyClean Work Environment MaintenanceProper PresentationHACCP StandardsPersonal Safety CommitmentCut Gloves UseOven Mitts UseFryer Gloves UseSteamer Gloves UseSlip-Resistant Shoes UseProper Lifting TechniquesProduction PlanningRecord KeepingFood and Supplies OrderingFood and Supplies Receiving

Qualifications

Previous Cooking Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Restaurant Associates

  • We have an opening for a full time COOK position.

  • Location: George Comfort & Sons - 677 Washington 5th Floor, Stamford, CT 06901. Note: online applications accepted only.

  • Schedule : Full time; Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. More details upon interview.

  • Requirement : Previous cooking experience is required.

  • Pay Range: $22.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

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Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.

  • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.

  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.

  • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.

  • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.

  • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.

  • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.

  • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.

  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.

  • Attends in-service and safety meetings.

  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.

  • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.

  • Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.

  • Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.

  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.

  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits 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

In addition, 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)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.

  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.

  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_RA.pdf) or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_RA.pdf

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.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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