COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group • Wyoming, MI

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Unidine is hiring full-time and part-time Cooks at its location in Wyoming, Michigan. The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, and ensures quality food service at all times. The role prepares and serves food according to standardized recipes, production schedules, portioning standards, food-safety requirements, and presentation expectations. It also includes kitchen cleanup and upkeep, equipment operation, record keeping, ordering and receiving supplies, and reporting maintenance issues or accidents. The position offers a fixed pay rate of $17.00 per hour. Culinary experience is preferred but not required. The listed schedule is 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend hours available; further details are provided upon interview.

Requirements

• Culinary experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.
• Follow applicable food-safety and company procedures, including HACCP standards and specified protective equipment and safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary 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 meeting standards for temperature, appearance, and taste; taste prepared food items.
• Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain records for the work area during service periods.
• Clean the kitchen after preparation and service, maintain cleanliness standards, 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.
• Promptly report maintenance needs, 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.
• Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including required protective gloves when handling knives or hot items, slip-resistant footwear, and proper lifting techniques.
• 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 Choice Auto and Home Program
• For full-time positions: 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 benefits in accordance with applicable law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed