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helper cook

Chartwells K12
Fife Lake, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the helper cook position at Chartwells K12?

  • We are hiring immediately for on call HELPER COOK positions.
  • Location: Forest Area Community Schools Shippy Road Southwest, Fife Lake, MI Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: On call schedule. Monday through Friday. Hours may vary, further details upon interview.
  • Requirement: No experience required.
  • Fixed Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour.
  • Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

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Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,300 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit

Job Summary


Summary: Learns to assists in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
  • Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
  • Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
  • Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
  • Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
  • Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
  • Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits.
  • Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
  • Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
  • Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
  • Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
  • Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 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 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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $14

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