Associate Cook - 20hrs

Job Title

Under direct supervision, performs general service tasks in food production and cafeteria retail space.

Job Description

Under direct supervision, performs general service tasks in food production and cafeteria retail space. Performs a variety of tasks including but not limited to providing exceptional customer service, cooking and preparing food, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Cooks exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
• Receives verbal instructions as to food required by customers, and prepare and cook food according to those instructions.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep fryers, slicers, and/or griddles.
• Provides exceptional customer service.
• Maintains friendly attitude towards customers, co-workers, and clients.
• Espouses Connecticut Children's core values & behaviors teamwork, integrity, respect & discovery.
• Assists chef supervisors in meal production by following daily production schedule.
• Prepares food according to specific recipes and instructions.
• Willingness to work as a team player when preparing dishes and coordinating meal service.
• Sets up assigned station in work area including but not limited to grill, deli, or hotline.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with department and local regulatory procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Stocks and replenishes merchandise and paper goods.
• Receives and examines foodstuffs and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards.
• Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment.
• Complies with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Assists with catering special events (prepares and serves food, brews coffee, prepares snacks and paper goods, prepares facilities, maintains safe and clean serving area).
• Maintains all records and reports necessary to comply with local regulatory food safety standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• 1 Years of Food Production Experience Required.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent Preferred.
• 3 Years of Food Production Experience Preferred.
• 3 Years of Customer Service Experience Preferred.

Job Info

• Job Identification 4325
• Job Category Facilities & Hospitality
• Posting Date 07/06/2026, 02:27 PM
• Job Shift Rotation
• Locations 282 Washington Street, Hartford, CT, 06106, US (On-site)
• Scheduled Days and Hours Monday-Friday: 5:30am-7:30pm, alternating weekends & holidays