COOK - Lafayette, LA

ESS Support Services Worldwide is a premier provider of comprehensive support services, with a strong presence in Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico. Specializing in food and facility maintenance, the company delivers essential services to clients operating offshore and on remote land sites. ESS is committed to providing high-quality culinary experiences and hospitality support to resident workers at these locations 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. With a reputation for excellence, ESS combines a dedicated team of culinary professionals, kitchen support staff, and hospitality experts to ensure outstanding guest services and community life support for remote workers. The company's award-winning benefits program includes health, medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and multiple insurance options tailored to individual needs, underscoring its commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction. The Cook position at ESS is a full-time role located at 504 West Pinhook Road, Lafayette, Louisiana. The position involves a rotational schedule of 2 to 4 weeks on duty, followed by 1 to 2 weeks off, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic. This role requires prior culinary experience and preferably experience working offshore or at remote land sites. The cook's primary responsibility is to prepare food that meets all federal, state, and company standards, ensuring quality and safety are maintained throughout food preparation and service. ESS offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $12.00 to $19.00, with a weekly rate starting at $1,325, in addition to weekly overtime compensation. Meals and lodging are provided during the work rotation, highlighting the company's support for its employees' needs on site. Essentials of the cook role include preparing high-quality food according to standardized recipes, serving or preparing meals for delivery while ensuring proper portion control and presentation standards. The cook is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including cleaning refrigerators and storerooms and adhering to safe food-handling procedures. Equipment operation and maintenance are also critical, alongside assisting with production planning, record keeping, ordering, and receiving food supplies. The role demands adherence to safety guidelines, including the use of protective gloves and slip-resistant shoes to prevent accidents. Maintaining cooperative relationships with coworkers and supervisors is crucial, as is commitment to a clean, safe work environment. ESS emphasizes safety and hygiene, requiring cooks to follow HACCP standards and company protocols to ensure food safety. This role is ideal for dedicated culinary professionals who value working in dynamic environments that require adaptability and teamwork. The extensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts, complementing the company’s robust health and wellness programs. ESS also supports its employees with identity theft protection, pet insurance, and a variety of voluntary benefits. This position offers a rewarding opportunity for cooks seeking to advance their careers while contributing to a team-oriented, supportive workplace at the forefront of the food service industry.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior culinary experience required
• Offshore or remote land site experience preferred
• Ability to work a full-time rotational schedule
• Commitment to safety and food handling standards
• Ability to perform physical kitchen tasks
• Effective communication skills
• Willingness to follow company policies and procedures