Cook (Full And Part Time)

Compass Group•Fairfield, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring quality food service at all times. This position is based at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with open availability required; shifts may vary and weekends are required. Prior culinary experience is preferred. The fixed pay rate is $20.00 per hour. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the openings are filled. The role includes preparing and serving food, maintaining food quality and safety, cleaning and organizing kitchen areas, and supporting production, inventory, and equipment needs. The Cook follows established recipes, portioning guidance, temperature standards, and HACCP procedures, and works safely while maintaining a clean work environment. The employer describes training and development opportunities, a retirement plan, shopping and wellness programs, a discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and voluntary insurance and legal-service options for eligible associates. Full-time positions also offer medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, an employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts. Paid and/or unpaid time off may be available in accordance with applicable laws. Work may be reduced or paused during educational breaks, potentially resulting in unpaid temporary layoff; year-round work or work at another location may be required depending on business needs.

Requirements

Open availability; shifts may vary.
Must be available to work weekends.
Prior culinary experience is preferred.
Must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Follow company policies and procedures, including required use of protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Prior culinary experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare food for delivery, using correct portions and ensuring food meets standards for temperature, appearance, and taste.
Taste prepared food items.
Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain records for the assigned work area.
Clean the kitchen after preparation and service and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
Store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures; keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized.
Store food and supplies according to standards.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
Assist with production planning, record keeping, reporting, and ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.
Promptly report maintenance needs, faulty equipment, and accidents to the supervisor.
Attend in-service and safety meetings and maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment, including following specified protective-equipment and safe-lifting practices.
Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Perform 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 a choice auto and home program
For full-time positions: medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws