Prep Cook

Levy Sector

Maine Central Institute - 295 Main Street, Pittsfield, ME, 04967

Full Time

15 September 2026

CulinArt Sector

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time PREP COOK position.
Location: Maine Central Institute - 295 Main Street, Pittsfield, ME 04967 Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Full and part time schedule. Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am - 7:30 pm with utility work available Friday and Tuesday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. More details upon interview.
Requirement: Must have kitchen experience, knife skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Perks: Free meals while working and year-round employment!
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour.

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Founded in 1969, CulinArt manages more than 250 dining facilities for corporations, law and financial services firms, independent schools, colleges and universities, graduate schools, long-term care facilities and a variety of events & entertainment destinations across the country. Our mission is to be the industry leader in providing the highest quality dining service to our clients and guests while striving to provide maximum career opportunities for all of our team members. Our success lies in our ability not merely to adapt but to revitalize and transform our services continually, pioneering the cutting-edge and unconventional. CulinArt’s extremely diverse clientele, that includes many Fortune 500 businesses and esteemed educational institutions, affords great opportunities for career-advancing within the company across multiple industry segments and geographic regions.

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef.
Prepares items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
Completes and follows daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy. Follows HACCP guidelines.
Completes all required documentation, reports, logs as required.
Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations.
Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
Resolves customer concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at CulinArt 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 hereor copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Culinart.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.

CulinArt maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:1507365

CulinArt Sector

FAQ's:

Q) Does Levy hire for venue-based food service roles?

A) Yes, roles support stadiums, arenas, and event venues.

Q) Are event-day schedules common?

A) Yes, staffing aligns with event calendars.

Q) Do employees work in high-capacity environments?

A) Yes, large crowds are common.

Q) Are concession and premium service roles different?

A) Yes, responsibilities vary by service type.

Q) Is adaptability important?

A) Yes, event-driven operations require flexibility.