Job Overview Do you have a passion for food and a craft for cooking? As a Line Cook at Red Lobster, your execution of our delicious recipes will contribute to the extraordinary dining experience that keep our guests coming back for more. The results of your work will allow our guests to "sea" food differently! What You Need to Succeed •The Willingness and Ability to Cross-Train and Work in Multiple Positions - We believe in the concept of ONE Kitchen, where your training and flexibility will enable you to become an expert in all Heart of House roles • Skills to Make the Grade - Multi-tasking, following recipes to create delicious dishes • Job Qualifications - Must be at least 18 years of age, any culinary education is a plus! • Perform the Physical Demands - Remain on your feet for several hours at a time, ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds, withstand high temperature conditions, bend, kneel, and stoop BIG plans are on the horizon for Red Lobster. Our team and restaurants are great today, but our future is even better. There is no better time than now to join the Red Lobster Family! Great Seafood You can be proud of the food you serve. The tremendous variety of seafood makes us the perfect destination for seafood lovers. Our annual "Ultimate Events" like Lobsterfest, Crabfest, and Endless Shrimp are more widely known than practically any other restaurant. You will serve fish at a premium standard. We are a global pioneer and an industry leader in Seafood Sustainability . W ith seafood served from over 30 countries, Red Lobster has a long standing commitment to sustainable fishing and farming. We are a founder and current member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance and a current member of National Fisheries Institute. Our team is proud to be known for not serving any endangered species on the menu and for buying only from fisheries that are sustainably managed through BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) standards. Great People You will work at a destination for celebration. Our restaurants have a rich history of hosting birthdays, anniversaries, receptions, reunions, and other important memorable occasions. You are part of an amazing family. Our restaurants are a place where you can both make friends and find a mentor. It's important that our family of team members flourish, learn and grow. Our RL Cares program, for instance, is designed to help team members with unplanned expenses in times of great need. You give back to the community. Our RL Shares program donates millions of pounds of food to Food Banks and Food Shelters across the country - making a significant difference for the homeless and hungry in the communities where we operate. Great Results The Seafood Restaurant Company in the US. Opened in 1968, we have earned an exceptional name, brand recognition, and reputation. The casual dining employer for our size. (Forbes Magazine 2016 List of America's Best Employers and 2016 List of Canada's Best Employers) A restaurant that is loved. Our ratings are among the highest in casual dining for restaurant followers and consumer engagement.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Job Overview Do you have a passion for food and a craft for cooking? As a Line Cook at Red Lobster, your execution of our delicious recipes will contribute to the extraordinary dining experience that keep our guests coming back for more. The results of your work will allow our guests to "sea" food differently! What You Need to Succeed •The Willingness and Ability to Cross-Train and Work in Multiple Positions - We believe in the concept of ONE Kitchen, where your training and flexibility will enable you to become an expert in all Heart of House roles • Skills to Make the Grade - Multi-tasking, following recipes to create delicious dishes • Job Qualifications - Must be at least 18 years of age, any culinary education is a plus! • Perform the Physical Demands - Remain on your feet for several hours at a time, ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds, withstand high temperature conditions, bend, kneel, and stoop BIG plans are on the horizon for Red Lobster. Our team and restaurants are great today, but our future is even better. There is no better time than now to join the Red Lobster Family! Great Seafood You can be proud of the food you serve. The tremendous variety of seafood makes us the perfect destination for seafood lovers. Our annual "Ultimate Events" like Lobsterfest, Crabfest, and Endless Shrimp are more widely known than practically any other restaurant. You will serve fish at a premium standard. We are a global pioneer and an industry leader in Seafood Sustainability . W ith seafood served from over 30 countries, Red Lobster has a long standing commitment to sustainable fishing and farming. We are a founder and current member of the Global Aquaculture Alliance and a current member of National Fisheries Institute. Our team is proud to be known for not serving any endangered species on the menu and for buying only from fisheries that are sustainably managed through BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) standards. Great People You will work at a destination for celebration. Our restaurants have a rich history of hosting birthdays, anniversaries, receptions, reunions, and other important memorable occasions. You are part of an amazing family. Our restaurants are a place where you can both make friends and find a mentor. It's important that our family of team members flourish, learn and grow. Our RL Cares program, for instance, is designed to help team members with unplanned expenses in times of great need. You give back to the community. Our RL Shares program donates millions of pounds of food to Food Banks and Food Shelters across the country - making a significant difference for the homeless and hungry in the communities where we operate. Great Results The Seafood Restaurant Company in the US. Opened in 1968, we have earned an exceptional name, brand recognition, and reputation. The casual dining employer for our size. (Forbes Magazine 2016 List of America's Best Employers and 2016 List of Canada's Best Employers) A restaurant that is loved. Our ratings are among the highest in casual dining for restaurant followers and consumer engagement.
Job Classification Line Cook Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $16.16 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract) Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Prepare and cook items such as omelets, made to order eggs, fresh gourmet burgers, philly cheesesteaks, breakfast items, and must be able to work in a fast paced high volume environment. Must be familiar with and trained on how to use and clean equipment such as fryers, char-broilers, flat-tops, convection ovens. Required to clean equipment, provide preventative maintenance on the equipment, and is responsible for maintaining a clean work space. This position requires teamwork, communication skills, ability to read tickets, and multi-task. Job Requirements Minimum 2 years professional cooking experience required, including stir fry, deep frying, grilling, roasting, steaming, cold food production, and food presentation and garnishing standards. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills. Experience in following standardized recipes, measure ingredients accurately. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency, ability to multi-task, and work in a fast paced team environment. Must be able to speak, read, and write English. Must have good communication and customer service skills. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must have basic and accurate math skills. Must have dependable transportation. Regular attendance required, attendance at training sessions is required as needed. Job Assignments Food Preparation and cooking. Follow established recipes and production system, maintain production and usage records. Accurately prepare customers' orders and handle requests in a timely manner. Perform Lead Cook duties, as needed. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. Other cleaning and food service duties as requested by management. Assist with training new hires and student workers. High volume prep work included in daily duties including using knife skills to prepare recipes and complete prep work. General cleaning and other food service duties as requested by management as well as additional duties as assigned and requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Work may take place in a refrigerated and temperature controlled environment. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Mar 03, 2024
Full time
Job Classification Line Cook Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $16.16 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract) Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Prepare and cook items such as omelets, made to order eggs, fresh gourmet burgers, philly cheesesteaks, breakfast items, and must be able to work in a fast paced high volume environment. Must be familiar with and trained on how to use and clean equipment such as fryers, char-broilers, flat-tops, convection ovens. Required to clean equipment, provide preventative maintenance on the equipment, and is responsible for maintaining a clean work space. This position requires teamwork, communication skills, ability to read tickets, and multi-task. Job Requirements Minimum 2 years professional cooking experience required, including stir fry, deep frying, grilling, roasting, steaming, cold food production, and food presentation and garnishing standards. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills. Experience in following standardized recipes, measure ingredients accurately. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency, ability to multi-task, and work in a fast paced team environment. Must be able to speak, read, and write English. Must have good communication and customer service skills. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must have basic and accurate math skills. Must have dependable transportation. Regular attendance required, attendance at training sessions is required as needed. Job Assignments Food Preparation and cooking. Follow established recipes and production system, maintain production and usage records. Accurately prepare customers' orders and handle requests in a timely manner. Perform Lead Cook duties, as needed. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. Other cleaning and food service duties as requested by management. Assist with training new hires and student workers. High volume prep work included in daily duties including using knife skills to prepare recipes and complete prep work. General cleaning and other food service duties as requested by management as well as additional duties as assigned and requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Work may take place in a refrigerated and temperature controlled environment. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Job Classification Cook I (Chef de Partie) Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $21.42 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule VARIOUS POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN RESIDENTIAL DINING CENTERS AND CATERING DEPARTMENT Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Provide exceptional service for Three Pillars Catering in the University at Buffalo's exclusive Club for Faculty and Staff. Set up, service, cooking specialty foods, under constant pressure to prepare meals quickly while ensuring quality is maintained and safety and sanitation guidelines are observed, and cleanup of the kitchen space. This role leads and directs the prep and production team in the kitchen. The position is highly focused on providing excellent and efficient service and quality of food for the guests. This role also acts as a keyholder during U Club operational hours in the absence of a manager on duty and is responsible for supervision and oversight of staff and administrative details as well as other related management duties. Job Requirements Professional appearance and pleasant customer service focused demeanor. Minimum 5 years high-volume professional cooking experience required, including: thickening techniques, soup and sauce classification and production, sauté, stir fry, pan frying, deep frying, grilling, broiling, roasting, steaming, braising & stewing, cold food production, and food presentation and garnishing standards. Knowledge of equipment used in high-volume kitchens including grills, deep fat fryers, alto shams, etc. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills with ability to cut/trim meat or carcasses. Experience in directing work assignments of support staff in cooks' area. Experience in following and extending standardized recipes. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Experience in maintaining production and usage records. Experience in safe food handling, preventing food-borne illness, and sanitation techniques. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency. Regular attendance required. Must be, or become, ServSafe certified (attend required class and pass test). Must be able to read and write English. Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well with customers and management. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must have basic and accurate math skills, and be able to pass hands-on practical cooking test. Job Assignments High volume food preparation and cooking, following established recipes and production system. Butcher, trim, season and grill special cuts of beef and other meats. Is the point person to communicate with production manager on pars, recipes, & progress of the kitchen. Maintain production and usage records as required. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes cleanliness & maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Direct work assignments of support staff in cooks' area and train student workers. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. General cleaning, stocking and other food service duties as requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift, move, push and pull items weighing 25 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move items like cres carts (on wheels) weighing up to 50 lbs or more. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Mar 03, 2024
Full time
Job Classification Cook I (Chef de Partie) Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $21.42 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule VARIOUS POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN RESIDENTIAL DINING CENTERS AND CATERING DEPARTMENT Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Provide exceptional service for Three Pillars Catering in the University at Buffalo's exclusive Club for Faculty and Staff. Set up, service, cooking specialty foods, under constant pressure to prepare meals quickly while ensuring quality is maintained and safety and sanitation guidelines are observed, and cleanup of the kitchen space. This role leads and directs the prep and production team in the kitchen. The position is highly focused on providing excellent and efficient service and quality of food for the guests. This role also acts as a keyholder during U Club operational hours in the absence of a manager on duty and is responsible for supervision and oversight of staff and administrative details as well as other related management duties. Job Requirements Professional appearance and pleasant customer service focused demeanor. Minimum 5 years high-volume professional cooking experience required, including: thickening techniques, soup and sauce classification and production, sauté, stir fry, pan frying, deep frying, grilling, broiling, roasting, steaming, braising & stewing, cold food production, and food presentation and garnishing standards. Knowledge of equipment used in high-volume kitchens including grills, deep fat fryers, alto shams, etc. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills with ability to cut/trim meat or carcasses. Experience in directing work assignments of support staff in cooks' area. Experience in following and extending standardized recipes. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Experience in maintaining production and usage records. Experience in safe food handling, preventing food-borne illness, and sanitation techniques. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency. Regular attendance required. Must be, or become, ServSafe certified (attend required class and pass test). Must be able to read and write English. Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well with customers and management. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must have basic and accurate math skills, and be able to pass hands-on practical cooking test. Job Assignments High volume food preparation and cooking, following established recipes and production system. Butcher, trim, season and grill special cuts of beef and other meats. Is the point person to communicate with production manager on pars, recipes, & progress of the kitchen. Maintain production and usage records as required. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes cleanliness & maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Direct work assignments of support staff in cooks' area and train student workers. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. General cleaning, stocking and other food service duties as requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift, move, push and pull items weighing 25 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move items like cres carts (on wheels) weighing up to 50 lbs or more. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Job Classification Lead Cook Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $18.36 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract) Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Providing quality meals to students, faculty, staff and visitors in a timely manner with an emphasis on customer service. Oversee and ensure production and prep sheets in high volume operations are being completed and will assist with executing and delegating tasks. Must be able to follow standardized recipes and cook in large quantities/batches. This position requires teamwork, communication skills, and multi-tasking abilities. Job Requirements Minimum 3 years professional cooking experience needed, showcasing multiple cooking techniques including but not limited to; sautéing, roasting, frying, broiling, braising, steaming, stewing, cold food production, and food presentation. Ability to slice/portion meats and cheese, set up/break down and sanitize slicer daily, IF APPLICABLE Must have excellent customer service skills. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills. Experience in following standardized recipes. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Experience in safe food handling, preventing food-borne illness, and sanitation techniques. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency. Knowledge of equipment used in a high volume kitchen. Must be able to read and write English and have basic and accurate math skills. Must be able to communicate well with customers and management. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds, and be able to walk and stand for 8 hours per day, and bend and reach as the job requires. Must pass Lead Cook written screening test and hands-on practical cooking test. Must be or become ServSafe certified (attend required class and pass test). Regular attendance and dependable transportation required. Job Assignments High-volume food preparation and cooking, following established recipes and production system. Maintain production and usage records as required. Utilizes products (raw and cooked) to minimize food costs. Some supervisory duties during shifts including: coaching staff on knife skills and proper usage of kitchen equipment, monitoring recipe production, and administering tasks to staff throughout the shift. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes overseeing cleanliness & maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. Communication with management on kitchen subjects including but not limited to; par levels, recipe correction, staff knowledge. Assist with training new hires and student workers as needed. General cleaning and other food service duties or tasks as requested by management. Additional duties as assigned and requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Work may take place in a refrigerated and temperature controlled environment. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Mar 03, 2024
Full time
Job Classification Lead Cook Status Probationary Full-Time Union May incur lay-offs during University recess periods FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Starting Rate $18.36 (Union Employees: See Appendix "A" of Union contract) Benefits Benefits Included Present Schedule Note that stated hours and days may vary - Mandatory overtime, as required, in the Union Contract Position Summary Providing quality meals to students, faculty, staff and visitors in a timely manner with an emphasis on customer service. Oversee and ensure production and prep sheets in high volume operations are being completed and will assist with executing and delegating tasks. Must be able to follow standardized recipes and cook in large quantities/batches. This position requires teamwork, communication skills, and multi-tasking abilities. Job Requirements Minimum 3 years professional cooking experience needed, showcasing multiple cooking techniques including but not limited to; sautéing, roasting, frying, broiling, braising, steaming, stewing, cold food production, and food presentation. Ability to slice/portion meats and cheese, set up/break down and sanitize slicer daily, IF APPLICABLE Must have excellent customer service skills. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in professional knife-handling skills. Experience in following standardized recipes. Experience at organizing and maintaining kitchen work stations. Experience in safe food handling, preventing food-borne illness, and sanitation techniques. Ability to correctly identify product. Must be able to prioritize work and execute tasks with speed and efficiency. Knowledge of equipment used in a high volume kitchen. Must be able to read and write English and have basic and accurate math skills. Must be able to communicate well with customers and management. Must have professional appearance, demeanor, and hygiene. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds, and be able to walk and stand for 8 hours per day, and bend and reach as the job requires. Must pass Lead Cook written screening test and hands-on practical cooking test. Must be or become ServSafe certified (attend required class and pass test). Regular attendance and dependable transportation required. Job Assignments High-volume food preparation and cooking, following established recipes and production system. Maintain production and usage records as required. Utilizes products (raw and cooked) to minimize food costs. Some supervisory duties during shifts including: coaching staff on knife skills and proper usage of kitchen equipment, monitoring recipe production, and administering tasks to staff throughout the shift. Maintain high sanitary, hygienic, and safety standards and conditions, adhering to HACCP & NYS Dept. of Health guidelines. Includes overseeing cleanliness & maintenance of kitchen & equipment. Demonstrate excellent customer service at all times. Communication with management on kitchen subjects including but not limited to; par levels, recipe correction, staff knowledge. Assist with training new hires and student workers as needed. General cleaning and other food service duties or tasks as requested by management. Additional duties as assigned and requested by management. Work Environment The work environment can be loud and busy. There is exposure to kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery falls. The position operates in a kitchen environment where the employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. Exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers and freezers. Work may take place in a refrigerated and temperature controlled environment. Physical and Mental Demands The position is very active and the employee must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. The employee must have the ability to use hands to finger, manipulate fingers; and reach with hands and arms, to stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, and decorate, etc. The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, include close and distance vision. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Campus Dining and Shops is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. Campus Dining and Shops policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.