COOK HELPER (ON CALL)

Compass Group • New York, NY

101d • $28 - $35

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for on call COOK HELPER positions at Union Square Events located in Brooklyn, NY. The position involves assisting in the preparation and cooking of various food items while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards. The schedule is on call, Monday through Sunday, starting after 3:00 pm. Further details will be provided during the interview.

Requirements

• One year of catering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements.
• Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
• Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
• Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
• Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance.
• Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
• Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
• Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
• Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables.
• Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
• Maintains work area and equipment.
• Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
• Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees