COOK (ON CALL)

Compass Group•Wilmington, NC

5d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring quality food service at all times. The role prepares and serves food according to standardized recipes and schedules, maintains food safety and presentation standards, and helps keep the kitchen clean, safe, and properly supplied. This is an on-call position at Cape Fear Academy in Wilmington, North Carolina, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; further schedule details are provided during the interview.

Requirements

At least 4 years of previous food service experience.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Follow required safety practices, including using appropriate cut-resistant gloves, heat-protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them 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, maintain cleanliness, and store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and orderly, and 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.
Immediately report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, and accidents to the supervisor.
Attend in-service and safety meetings.
Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment, including following personal safety practices and company policies.
Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free meals at select locations.
Uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.
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 the Choice Auto and Home Program.
Full-time positions also offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.