We are hiring immediately for a full-time COOK position at Saratoga Seniors - 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Schedule: Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Pay Range: $17.00 to $21.00. Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available.

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

Mazzone Hospitality originated over 30 years ago with a small restaurant in downtown Schenectady. Our commitment to customer service has brought us to where we are today as a prestigious hospitality company in upstate New York. We have two distinct divisions, On/Off premise catering and business dining, and currently operate within 18 different locations throughout the capital district with over 1,000 employees.

Job 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 and ensuring 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 appropriate safety gear.

Mazzone maintains a drug-free workplace.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry, Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• 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.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance/AD.
• Disability Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

• No previous experience is required.
• Ability to prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and policies.