
First Cook - Bennington, VT
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Job overview
Adecco US, Inc. is hiring a First Cook - Bennington, VT. Adecco is hiring immediately for a First Cook position in Bennington, VT, offering $21.45 per hour and competitive benefits. The role involves preparing meals, assisting with menu planning, following sanitation procedures, conducting tastings, and supporting kitchen operations.
Key focus areas include Prepare and serve a variety of meals in accordance with standard recipes and quality standards, Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and product testing, and Follow all sanitation, safety, and food handling procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Important skills include Food Preparation Methods, Safe Food Handling Practices, Current Food Trends, Catering, Food Cost Controls, and Cook All Food Groups. Preferred (not required): Meal Preparation, Menu Planning, Product Testing, and Sanitation Procedures.
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Full job description
Adecco is hiring immediately for a First Cook position with our client in Bennington, VT. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of our premier clients, with a starting pay of $21.45/hr, where your culinary skills can make a difference. As a First Cook, you will play a vital role in meal preparation, ensuring high-quality food service, and supporting culinary team efforts. Adecco values your expertise and offers competitive pay and benefits to support your career growth.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and serve a variety of meals in accordance with standard recipes and quality standards
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Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and product testing
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Follow all sanitation, safety, and food handling procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment
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Conduct tasting panels and ensure presentation aligns with quality standards
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Support the culinary team in maintaining efficient kitchen operations
Qualifications:
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Minimum of 1 year of culinary experience preferred
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Knowledge of food preparation methods, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
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Familiarity with current food trends, catering, and food cost controls
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Ability to cook all food groups with consistency and precision
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Effective communication and strong attention to detail
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Ability to adhere to health and sanitation guidelines
What We Offer:
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Weekly pay starting at $21.45/hr, with available overtime
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Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options
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Generous referral bonuses
Work Schedule:
Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 7:30 pm
Join Adecco and become part of a dynamic team committed to culinary excellence. Click "Apply Now" for immediate consideration and take the next step in your culinary career in Bennington, VT!
Pay Details: $21.45 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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The California Fair Chance Act
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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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