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Compass Group

CHEF (SEASONAL)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30/hr

* We have an opening for a seasonal CHEF position. * Location: Wolfgang Puck Catering - 665 W Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90007 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : On call ...

Compass Group

CHEF (SEASONAL)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30/hr

* We have an opening for a seasonal CHEF position. * Location: Wolfgang Puck Catering - 665 W Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90007 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : On call ...

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CHEF (SEASONAL)

CHEF (SEASONAL)

Compass Group

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$30/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in preparing, cooking and serving food.

  • Efficiently prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes to meet production, delivery and service schedules.

  • Maintains sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils and cleans workstation thoroughly before leaving area.

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,066 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 437 rated business services

Job description

  • We have an opening for a seasonal CHEF position.
  • Location: Wolfgang Puck Catering - 665 W Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90007 Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: On call schedule. Shift will be based on needs. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement: Hot Line, Fryer, and Oven experience required.
  • Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $30.00 per hour.

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This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. 

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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.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

  • 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)

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. 

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 Washington State, Maryland, 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_RA.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

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. 

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

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