Prep Cook (Full Time)

Compass Group•Chicago, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

Eurest is hiring a full-time Prep Cook at the American Airlines location in Chicago, Illinois. The role prepares food and serves customers according to applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The position requires open availability between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.; hours and days may vary. The Prep Cook obtains production schedules and preparation requirements from the Chef, prepares food according to production sheets, established quantities, and recipes, and completes production and waste logs. The role also serves customers at multiple stations, handles customer orders and concerns, maintains food quality and portion standards, and follows food safety, sanitation, storage, and documentation procedures. The fixed pay rate is $21.80 per hour.

Requirements

  • Open availability between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

  • Food service experience.
  • Prep cook experience.

Responsibilities

  • Obtain daily production schedules and preparation requirements from the Chef.
  • Prepare items according to production sheets, established quantities, and recipes.
  • Complete daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
  • Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
  • Operate and clean equipment according to department procedures after each use.
  • Store, label, and date food items according to policy.
  • Follow HACCP guidelines and food safety requirements.
  • Complete required documentation, reports, and logs.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures.
  • Take customer orders and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
  • Serve customers efficiently and in a friendly manner.
  • Complete orders from steam tables and grills and serve customers at multiple stations.
  • Use approved recipes and production standards to ensure quality, serving temperatures, and portion control.
  • Resolve customer concerns.
  • 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
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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