Cook (Full Time And Part Time)

Compass Group•Long Beach, MS

1d•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. The role is based at Long Beach School District in Long Beach, Mississippi. Full-time and part-time schedules are available; days may vary, with hours from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Prior cooking experience is required. The fixed pay rate is $12.00 per hour. Because the work is in an educational facility, work may be reduced or paused during school breaks, with such periods unpaid and considered a temporary layoff. Depending on business needs, associates may be required to work year-round, potentially at another location during breaks.

Requirements

Prior cooking experience is required.
Follow applicable food-safety standards and procedures, including HACCP standards.
Use required protective equipment and proper lifting techniques, including medium-weight cut gloves for specified knife and slicer tasks, appropriate heat-resistant gloves for hot pans, and slip-resistant shoes.
Be able 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, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and standards, ensuring 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 assigned work area.
Clean the kitchen after preparation and service and maintain high cleanliness standards.
Store or discard excess food using safe food-handling procedures; keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized; and store food and supplies according to standards.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
Assist with production planning, recordkeeping, reporting, ordering, and receiving food and supplies as required.
Immediately 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; follow company policies and safety procedures, including required protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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 additionally offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available