COOK (FULL AND PART TIME) at UH Main

Cook Position

We are hiring immediately for full and part-time COOK positions at the University of Houston. Address: University of Houston - 4700 Calhoun Road, Suite 102, Houston, TX 77204. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Open availability, shifts may vary. Weekends required. More details are available upon interview. Requirement: Prior cooking experience required.

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, using established ticket collection procedures during service, cleaning kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, keeping refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat, 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, following HACCP standards, and 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: 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: