COOK (FULL TIME)

Job Description

Job Description

 

• We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK  position.
• Location : Sidley - 1501 K Street Northwest #600, Washington, DC 20005. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule : Full time; Days may vary, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. More details upon interview. 
• Requirement : Previous front-of-house and grill cooking experience is required. 
• Pay Range:  $22.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

 

Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

 

Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable accounts in the Washington DC metro area.  We are culinarians that offer extraordinary services to our extraordinary clients. For our employees, we offer a full benefits plan, a schedule that respects work life balance and opportunities for learning and advancement

 

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
• Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attends in-service and safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
  • The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
  • The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
  • The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, 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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Associates at Seasons are offered many fantastic benefits:
•    Medical
•    Dental
•    Vision
•    Life Insurance/ AD
•    Disability Insurance
•    Retirement Plan
•    Paid Time Off
•    Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
•    Associate Shopping Program
•    Health and Wellness Programs
•    Discount Marketplace
•    Identity Theft Protection
•    Pet Insurance
•    Commuter Benefits
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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