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Chartwells HE

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Scranton, PA · On-site

$20/hr

We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Address : 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule; days and hours may ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$22/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : United Health Group - 11000 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$20.80/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : CAT AB - 100 Northeast Adams Street, Peoria, IL 61629. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule.

Morrison Living

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Maplewood, NJ · On-site

$30/hr

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : Winchester Garden - 333 Elmwood Avenue, Maplewood, NJ 07040. * Schedule : Full time schedule. 11:30 am to 8:00 pm.

Flik Hospitality Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Austin, TX · On-site

$21/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : The Carillon - 1900 University Avenue, Austin, TX 78705. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule.

Chartwells HE

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$35/hr

We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Address : 901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule; days and hours may ...

Bon Appetit

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Snap - 2900 31st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time; Monday through ...

Bon Appetit

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Terre Haute, IN · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - 5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN 47803. Note: online applications accepted only.

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$25/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : 600 S. 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule. Days may vary ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Neenah, WI · On-site

$25/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Kimberly-Clark - 2100 Winchester Road, Neenah, WI 54956 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule.

Canteen

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Greer, SC · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : BMWGVL - 1155 Highway 101 South, Greer, SC 29651. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full-time schedule. Days ...

Chartwells HE

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$27/hr

We are hiring immediately for a full-time CHEF position. * Address : George Mason University - 4353 Chesapeake River Lane, Fairfax, VA 22030. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : The ...

Chartwells HE

CHEF, SOUS (FULL TIME)

Seaside, CA · On-site

$55/hr

We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF, SOUS positiona. * Address : 100 CAMPUS CENTER, BLDG 16. Seaside, CA 93955 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule:

Canteen

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Salisbury, NC · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : Food Lion - 2110 Executive Drive, Salisbury, NC 28147. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule.

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$20/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : BioMerieux - 1 Express Way, Saint Louis, MO 63121 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule. Days ...

Chartwells HE

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Belmont, NC · On-site

$26/hr

We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Address : 100 Belmont Mount Holly Road, Belmont, NC 28012. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time schedule; days ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Englewood, CO · On-site

$24/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Dish Network - 9601 S. Meridian Boulevard, Englewood, CO 80112 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Delmar Gardens Family

Chef/Cook (FT)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Garden Villas South Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community is seeking a Full-Time Chef/Cook with artistic, culinary skills. The successful candidate will ...

Canteen

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Spartanburg, SC · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Canteen - 1000 International Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29304. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Full time ...

Chartwells K12

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Pembroke Pines, FL · On-site

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Pembroke Pines Charter School - 8400 West Cypress Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025. Note: online applications accepted only.

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CHEF (FULL TIME)

Scranton, PA • On-site

Chartwells HE
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees
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$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Location: Marywood University

  • We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions.
  • Address: 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule; days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Prior culinary and management experience is required.
  • Pay Range:  $17.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.

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Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact. Apply today!

Job Summary


Summary:  Directs, coordinates and evaluates assigned kitchen, food production and food-service associates.  
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food. Ensures all food handling, sanitation and customer service standards are met.
  • Supervises hourly kitchen associates, including interviewing, scheduling, payroll, training, counseling, participating in reviews and recommending disciplinary action.
  • Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules. Serves meals or prepares for delivery.
  • Ensures proper presentation, food quality, portion control and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
  • Tracks food use, waste and consumption to requisition or purchase product.
  • Receives and inspects product and supplies for quality and quantity to ensure appropriate inventory.
  • Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area. Keeps display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, production and merchandising requirements.
  • Helps select and develop recipes and menus.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods.  Business needs may vary from year to year.

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: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.