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Ace Hardware

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Venice, FL

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. * Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

Ace Hardware

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Port Charlotte, FL

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. * Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

Ace Hardware

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Venice, FL · On-site

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. * Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

Ace Hardware

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Venice, FL · On-site

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

Ace Hardware

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Port Charlotte, FL

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

Ace Hardware

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Venice, FL · On-site

$15/hr

Possess a friendly outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates. Ensure all ... Want to grow alongside Florida's largest and most tropical independently owned garden centers?

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Do workers at Pollo Tropical get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
100% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Pollo Tropical pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At Pollo Tropical, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
100% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Pollo Tropical?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
88% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Pollo Tropical?

Some people get paid time off from work.
54% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 72% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers at Pollo Tropical worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
41% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Pollo Tropical workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
39% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

How easy is it for Pollo Tropical workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
42% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Pollo Tropical?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
50% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Pollo Tropical managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
41% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do jobs at Pollo Tropical spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Pollo Tropical?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
35% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is a Pollo Tropical job good for students?

Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
43% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Pollo Tropical feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Pollo Tropical get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Pollo Tropical?

Most people feel stressed here.
89% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Pollo Tropical enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
59% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Pollo Tropical recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Pollo Tropical?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Pollo Tropical?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 53% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think Pollo Tropical’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Pollo Tropical is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
50% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

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PREP COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Compass Group

Miami, FL • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,091 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 494 rated business services

Job description

Location: Pollo Tropical @ FIU

  • We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PREP COOK positions.
  • Address: 11200 S.W. 8th Street, Miami, FL 33199 Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time and part time schedules; must be flexible to meet business needs; open availability is preferred. 
  • Requirement: Prior prep cooking experience is preferred. 
  • Pay Range:  $15.00 per hour to $16.00 per hour.

We Make Applying Easy!  Want to apply to this job via text messaging?  Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1560781. 

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg

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:   Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.  
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef.
  • Prepares items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
  • Completes and follows daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
  • Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
  • Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy. Follows HACCP guidelines.
  • Completes all required documentation, reports, logs as required.
  • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
  • Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
  • Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
  • Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations.
  • Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
  • Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
  • Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
  • Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
  • Resolves customer concerns.
  • 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. 

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