Cook I

Position Summary

Prepares and presents menu items during service in the cafeteria to meet Quest standards. Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus and assists in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. Duties may include bulk preparation, catering prep, product receiving and cleaning. Assists customers and maintains line in a consistent and professional manner. Cook I will assist in cold prep, salad and grab & go production with recipes. Expected to serve food on the hot line. Follows all HACCP and food safety guidelines. Receives and puts away all kitchen deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents menu items during service in the cafeteria to meet Quest standards.
• Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus and assists in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Duties may include bulk preparation, catering prep, product receiving and cleaning.
• Assists customers and maintains line in a consistent and professional manner.
• Cook I will assist in cold prep, salad and grab & go production with recipes.
• Expected to serve food on the hot line.
• Follows all HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Receives and puts away all kitchen deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles.
• Basic cooking skills and knowledge of recipes.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways.
• Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!
• Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews Company.
• Paid Holidays 2 Raises per School Year (based on Company and Individual performance).
• $1,000.00 to $500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals).
• Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year).
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit.
• 401k with Matching.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

• Full-time and part-time positions available.

Schedule

• No nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!

Contact Information

For more information about Quest Food Management Services, please visit our website at https://www.questfms.com/. Quest Food Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.