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Unidine

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Folsom, CA · On-site

$24.50/hr

Unidine is hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : Revel Folsom - 2075 Iron Point Road, Folsom, CA 95630. * Schedule : Temporary schedule. 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Days may vary.

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Danbury, NC

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center - 1570 8-NC, Danbury, NC 27016. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Casper, WY

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : Summit Medical Center - 6350 East 2nd Street, Casper, WY 82609. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Saint Louis, MO

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : Christian Hospital - 11133 Dunn Road, Saint Louis, MO 63136. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Saint Louis, MO

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : Christian Hospital - 11133 Dunn Road, Saint Louis, MO 63136. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary ...

BBQ Holdings

Seasonal/Temporary : Cook, Host, Server

KS · On-site

Granite City Food & Brewing -- Seasonal/Temporary Hiring (Early May--Mid July) Overview Granite ... Cook, Host, Server . Seasonal assignments run from early May through mid-July. Ideal candidates are ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Davenport, IA

$17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : MercyOne Genesis West - 1401 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport, IA 52804. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

Morrison Healthcare

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : Christian Hospital - 11133 Dunn Road, Saint Louis, MO 63136. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Casper, WY

$16.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : Summit Medical Center - 6350 East 2nd Street, Casper, WY 82609. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Columbus, OH · On-site

$22/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : AEP 1RP - 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH 43215 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary schedule. Monday ...

Granite City

Seasonal/Temporary : Cook, Host, Server

KS · On-site

Granite City Food & Brewing -- Seasonal/Temporary Hiring (Early May--Mid July) Overview Granite ... Cook, Host, Server . Seasonal assignments run from early May through mid-July. Ideal candidates are ...

Crothall Healthcare

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : MercyOne Genesis West - 1401 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport, IA 52804. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Columbus, OH

$22/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : AEP 1RP - 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH 43215 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary schedule. Monday ...

Eurest

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Columbus, OH · On-site

$22/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location : AEP 1RP - 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH 43215 Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule : Temporary schedule. Monday ...

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Trenton, NJ

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location: Church & Dwight - 500 Charles Ewing Boulevard, Trenton, New Jersey 08628. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule:

Compass Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Davenport, IA

$17.50/hr

* We are hiring immediately for temporary COOK positions. * Location : MercyOne Genesis West - 1401 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport, IA 52804. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule

Flik Hospitality Group

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$17/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position. * Location: Church & Dwight - 500 Charles Ewing Boulevard, Trenton, New Jersey 08628. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule:

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Temporary cooks are culinary professionals hired for a limited period to prepare and cook food in a variety of settings, such as restaurants, catering events, hotels, or institutional kitchens. They often fill in during staff shortages, busy seasons, or special events. Temporary cooks may be employed through staffing agencies or directly by employers, and their assignments can range from a single shift to several weeks. They are expected to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and follow the specific recipes, safety, and hygiene standards of each workplace.

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COOK (TEMPORARY)

COOK (TEMPORARY)

Unidine

Folsom, CA • On-site

$24.50/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Unidine rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 64 rated caterers

Job description

Unidine is hiring immediately for a temporary COOK position.

  • Location: Revel Folsom - 2075 Iron Point Road, Folsom, CA 95630.
  • Schedule: Temporary schedule. 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Days may vary. Further details upon interview. 
  • Requirement: 5 years of prior line cook experience required.
  • Perks: Shift meals! Uniforms included! Could turn into associate status!
  • Fixed Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU A fun work environment, robust benefits package, great team members, and a career with one of the top hospitality companies in the nation! You'll work with a talented and supportive team that makes a real impact in the lives of those we serve.

YOU'D MAKE A GREAT ADDITION TO OUR TEAM Our culinary team is the core of our business. Every day brings new opportunities to enhance lives, create connections, and make a difference. If you enjoy creating memorable experiences, you will be a great addition to the Unidine team!

Job Summary


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:

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
  • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
  • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
  • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
  • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
  • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
  • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
  • Attends in-service and safety meetings.
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
  • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
  • 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.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

  • 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, and Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
  • 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 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_Unidine.pdf

Unidine is a member of Compass Group. 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
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.


​Req ID:  1536996 

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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About Unidine

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With a marked focus on senior living, Unidine delivers custom culinary programs centered on diamond service, scratch cooking, and a holistic health & wellness approach to dining. We embrace culinary integrity and innovation to craft invigorating, nourishing, and memorable meals with high quality local, seasonal, and responsibly sourced ingredients and products. As a boutique food and dining management service, we specialize in tailored, creative solutions to serve discerning clients and their clientele nationwide.

Industry

Food and beverage wholesalers

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

2001

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