Cook (On Call)

Compass Group•Wilmington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring quality food service at all times. The Cook prepares and serves meals or prepares them for delivery, maintaining proper portioning, presentation, and serving temperatures and following HACCP and safe food-handling standards. This is an on-call position at Cape Fear Academy in Wilmington, North Carolina, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; further scheduling details are provided during the interview.

Requirements

At least 4 years of food service experience.
Commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions and meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them for delivery, ensuring correct portions, food temperatures, and presentation.
Taste prepared food items.
Follow established ticket collection procedures during service.
Maintain records for the work area during service periods.
Clean the kitchen after preparation and service, maintaining high cleanliness standards.
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, ordering, and receiving food and supplies as required.
Immediately report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or 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.
Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Follow company policies and safety procedures, including using appropriate cut-resistant gloves, heat-protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free meals, uniforms, and laundering service are 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 Choice Auto and Home Program.
Paid and/or unpaid time off may be available in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Full-time associates also receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).