COOK (FULL TIME)

Cook Position at Northwestern University

We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. Address: 633 Clark Street, Evanston, IL 60208. Note: online applications accepted only. Full time schedule; days and hours may vary, based on business needs. Evenings and weekends required. More details upon interview.

Requirement: At least one year of cooking experience in a professional kitchen experience is required. Ability to read and follow recipes. Ability to accurately complete temperature and sanitization logs. Ability to work independently while maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.

Perks: Comprehensive benefits package available. Free employee meal during each shift. Free uniforms!!

Fixed Pay Rate: $28.18 per hour.

Job 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 include preparing high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules. Serving meals or preparing for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tasting all prepared food items. Using established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods. Cleaning kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Storing or discarding excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures. Keeping refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensuring food and supply items are stored per standards. Operating and maintaining kitchen equipment as instructed. Assisting in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required. Assisting in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required. Reporting needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately. Attending in-service and safety meetings. Maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers. Performing job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Ensuring 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.

The Benefits: We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits: Opportunities for Training and Development, 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. In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability 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 Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.