PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Summary Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Location & Schedule Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital – 1000 North Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Online applications only. Full‑time schedule: Saturday, Monday, and Friday, 6:00 am–2:00 pm; Sunday and Tuesday, 12:00 pm–8:00 pm. More details provided during interview. Position Details Immediate hiring for PREP COOK (full‑time, career‑entry). Pay range: $18.00–$20.00 per hour. Previous knife skills and culinary experience required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Obtain daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef. Prepare items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes. Complete and follow daily production worksheets and waste log sheets; taste completed meals to ensure quality. Operate and clean equipment per department procedures after each use. Store, label and date all food items according to policy; follows HACCP guidelines. Complete all required documentation, reports, and logs. Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures. Takes orders from customers and prepare items requiring short preparation time. Serve customers in an efficient and friendly manner. Complete orders from steam tables and grill and serve customers at multiple stations. Use approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control. Resolve customer concerns. Perform other duties as assigned. Benefits Paid time off, 401(k), sick time, and an employee meal plan. Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program. Full‑time associates also receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts. Equal Opportunity Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until all openings are filled. Positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Healthcare