COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group•Newark, NJ

9d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring quality food service at all times. This is a full-time Cook position at the UA Newark Club A27 - United Polaris Lounge in Newark, New Jersey. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, with hours that may vary. Pay is $26.00 to $27.00 per hour. Previous cooking experience is preferred. Free meals, uniforms, and laundering service are available at select locations.

Requirements

Previous cooking experience is preferred.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Follow food safety, workplace safety, and company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Previous cooking experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and established standards; ensure food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty; taste prepared food items.
Use established ticket-collection procedures during service and maintain records for the area worked.
Clean the kitchen after food preparation and service, maintaining high cleanliness standards; store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat, and store food and supplies according to standards.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
Assist with production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
Assist with 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Commit to personal safety and the safety of others.
Follow company policies and procedures, including use of medium-weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins, or cleaning a slicer; oven mitts, fryer gloves, or steamer gloves when handling hot pans; and slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Benefits

Free meals, 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 Choice Auto and Home Program.
Medical insurance for full-time positions.
Dental insurance for full-time positions.
Vision insurance for full-time positions.
Life Insurance/AD for full-time positions.
Disability Insurance for full-time positions.
Commuter Benefits for full-time positions.
Employee Assistance Program for full-time positions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for full-time positions.
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.