SENIOR COOK (FULL TIME)

Company: Restaurant Associates
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We have an opening for full time SENIOR COOK positions. Location: 9520 Towne Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92121. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview. Requirement : 4 years of previous culinary experience is preferred. Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour. We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1506800 . 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 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 MyReferral@compass-usa.com. 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 This is R/A ! ? Job Summary Summary: Prepares food to ensure it is nutritious and properly flavored in accordance with applicable federal, state, local and company standards, guidelines and regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: May oversee the cooking activities of food service associates as assigned by Food Service Director. Prepares various entrees and menu items following established recipes. Operates and cleans equipment after each use. Performs scheduled routine cleaning. Stores, labels and dates food items according to policy. Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply. Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures. Assists Food Service Director in maintaining accurate daily production records and completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as assigned. Assists in the cross training of employees. Performs other duties as assigned. 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass -usa.com/wp- content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_RA.pdf 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. 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.

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