COOK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group
Woodside, NY

  • We have an opening for a full time COOK position.
  • Location: CxRA - 33 51 62nd Street, Woodside, NY 11377. Note: online applications accepted only. Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: Full time schedule. Friday through Thursday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
  • Requirement : 4 years of previous culinary experience is preferred.
  • Pay Range: $21.00 per hour to $26.00 per hour.

CxRA Overview:

We are a custom caterer devoted to creating extraordinary events. Fresh, local ingredients and years of fine-tuned culinary expertise are just the start. Every dish we prepare is the culmination of years of experience, carefully built infrastructure, and an upbeat enthusiasm to quality. We're dedicated not only to the technical standards you'd expect—craft, precision, presentation—but to a sense of warmth and welcome that can't be measured. We cut no corners to make big events feel intimate and intimate events feel magnificent.

You: Love your work and want to be a part of an extraordinary team. Are an outstanding problem solver. Enjoy learning from your team-members and sharing standard methodologies. Are hands-on, meticulous, analytical, and a teammate who is ready to get going quickly!

Us: A team of bold strategists who share an obsession about a shared passion for outstanding food and genuine hospitality. We champion unforgettable events, embrace creative collaboration with our clients, colleagues, and premier vendors.

 

We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1437407 .

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:

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 [email protected].

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to work !

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 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 for paid time off benefits information.

 

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.

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Posted 2025-07-30

Recommended Jobs

Allergy - Physician - West 53rd 8th Avenue - Manhattan, NY

Mount Sinai Health System
New York, NY

Description The Mount Sinai Health System is currently seeking a compassionate Allergist to join its outpatient multi-specialty practice in the new location in Midtown Manhattan! This practice w…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-31

Server - AM

Midas Hospitality
Canandaigua, NY

Job Description Job Description Restaurant Server - Hotel Canandaigua: Canandaigua, NY Midas Hospitality is recognized as one of the Top 100 U.S. Employers in 2021 (by MogulRecruiter). Ranking…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28

Crew Team Members

McDonald's
West Hempstead, NY

Job Description Job Description Job Posting: Crew Member We are hiring driven Crew Members! This job posting contains some information about what it is like to work in a McDonald's restauran…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28

Tax Senior

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC
Rochester, NY

Job Description Job Description Tax Senior – Public Accounting Nationwide Openings | Public Accounting Firms Only | CPA or CPA-Eligible Preferred Compensation: $85,000 – $120,000+ (dependin…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-30

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Aero Instruments & Avionics
Depew, NY

Job Description Job Description Job Description Aero Instruments and Avionics, Inc. is an FAA Certified Repair Station specializing in the repair and overhaul of aircraft, instruments, and avi…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-29

Housing Case Manager- Per Diem

Greater Mental Health of New York
Tarrytown, NY

Job Description Job Description Reports To: Assistant Director of RAP Housing Program: RAP/HUD Housing Location: Tarrytown, NY and Rockland, NY Hours Per Week: Per Diem (as needed)…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28

Employment Specialist

Urban Pathways, Inc.
New York, NY

Job Description Job Description The salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable s…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - (Bilingual-Spanish/English )

Kids First Services
Manhattan, NY

Company Overview At Kids First, we’re on a mission to create a world where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We provide high quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech, O…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-29

Music Royalty Analyst

Gelfand Rennert & Feldman
New York, NY

Position Summary We are seeking a Music Royalty Analyst with ideally strong Excel skills to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position can be based out  New York City coming into the …

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28