COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME) - Compass Group, North America

TouchPoint








+ We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time COOK position.


+ Address: Ascension Living Nazarethville Place - 300 River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 Note: online applications accepted only.


+ Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Sunday - Saturday, 5:00 am to 1:00 pm or 11:00 am to 7:00 pm; more details upon interview.


+ Requirement: Previous food service experience required. Willing to train!


+ Pay Range: $16.00 per hour to $18.50






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Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!


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.


If serving others is in your blood and you thrive on the idea of helping someone heal, TouchPoint is the place for you!

We asked some of our associates why they love working for Touchpoint. Click here (https://vimeo.com/329375204) to see what they said!



We’re TouchPoint Support Services and our mission is to serve up hospitality, for patients, their families and visitors at Ascension Health hospitals throughout the U.S. But our work isn’t just about cooking, serving, cleaning and transporting patients. We set the stage for healing with sparkling facilities, great food and service.


This is the kind of work that takes a big heart for service and for supporting Ascension’s mission to improve the health of the poor and vulnerable. We’re serious about the role we play in healing – and just as passionate about having fun, supporting each other and serving our communities.


Maybe you have a passion for people and an obsession with service. Or maybe you’re looking for a launchpad for a career managing people. Are you generous and hard working? When you spot a need, are you ready to jump?




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.








Associates at Touchpoint 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)



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 (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Touchpoint.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.


Touchpoint maintains a drug-free workplace.


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.


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.