Campus Dining and Shops
Buffalo, New York
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 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.
Public School of North Carolina
Hickory, North Carolina
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, responsible for assisting the manager in oversight of kitchen operations to ensure that students are served nutritious and attractive meals in a clean and caring atmosphere. Responsible for organizing, training, food production, food service activities, and assisting the School Nutrition Manager with all record management and reporting functions. Will assist with development of kitchen staff and promotes good community relations among school clientele and broader community as directed by the manager. May function as cook, cashier, server or helper. Assists in maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with local, state and federal rules and regulations and USDA requirements. Duties include but not limited to performing routine tasks such as participating in food preparation, serving, cleaning, food temperature checks cashiering, and sanitation tasks. Submit all food and non-food orders, payroll, attendance, production sheets, inventory, maintenance and equipment requests correctly and timely. Employee must have ability to work a computer using current software to order all foods and supplies according to established specifications and procedures when needed. Reports to the School Nutrition Manager. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares, cooks, and serves meals according to specified standardized recipes; prepares meals for special diets according to recipes or other instructions provided. Uses batch cooking methods and replenishes the warming cabinets and/or serving line(s) to maintain properly cooked food items during the serving period. Assure that safe and sanitary practices in all phases of the TPHC procedures ae followed by all personnel to meet or exceed established health department and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) standards. Reviews menu and production records daily; Order food items to meet portion sizes, servings per unit or size, and expected production capacity per recipe. Suggests menu substitutions as necessary, and coordinates work schedule to meet serving schedule. Unpacks and carries canned and fresh fruits and vegetables, and frozen processed meats from storage to the food preparation area; transports breads, rolls, desserts, and other items to specified areas; transfers food items from cooking equipment to serving lines. Assists manager in ordering correct quantity of foods, ensure receiving, storing, handling, preparing, and serving of food are performed according to established standards. Check deliveries for invoice accuracy and report shortages. Monitor and report receipt of items of unacceptable quality or condition by following policies. Provide oversight of storage for all food and non-food supplies to ensure compliance with recommended storage requirements, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of food storage areas, dating and putting up delivery stock, and counting monthly physical inventory. May serve meals or supplemental menu items, answer inquiries pertaining to food and meal items and provide excellent customer service. Prepare fresh fruits and vegetables, assembles salads, wraps sandwiches, pans food items, bakes cookies, assembles items for meal service at future times and/or locations such as prepping breakfast items for next-day service. Preps the serving line with appropriate condiments and paper products, monitors to ensure cleanliness and stocked throughout serving period. May open canned items, prepare condiment trays, fill drink cups, place milk in coolers, place ice cream in open freezers or replenish any other items as needed. Acts as cashier or back up during breakfast or lunch serving period. Maintains financial integrity for purchased meals and other foods in cafeteria through, kiosk or other remote sites to support data integrity. Collects and records advanced payments for lunches and breakfasts, recording amount paid in accordance with established procedures to maintain accurate student files. Responsible for maintaining accurate reports of daily and monthly financial, production, and activity records for student meal charges. Counts money at end of meal service and prepares money and checks for deposit, rolls loose coins, follows established policies and procedures. May assist manager with preparation of deposit and may deliver or secure bank deposit in manager's absence. Assists in maintenance of accurate Free and Reduced meal rosters and in screening Free and Reduced applications according to established procedures and policies as directed by manager. Assists students, parents, teachers and school staff with questions concerning meal program. Enforce standards of cleanliness, health, and safety collection. Supports and assists in the sanitation process while maintaining proper sanitizer levels in all sinks and containers and of all cafeteria utensils pots, pans, and serving utensils. Sweeping and mopping, walls, high dusting, floor drains, loading dock; carrying out bags of garbage and placing in dumpster. May also assist with wiping or washing tables, chairs, or benches in dining room. Assists with wrapping, recording, labeling, dating and putting away food at end of serving time; records leftovers in addition to maintaining accurate records of foods used, produced, and served on food production record. Takes and records temperatures of foods and food holding equipment including but not limited to freezers, coolers and warming cabinets. Completes assigned reports including temperature logs, production records and cashier's cash summary. Assists with dating and putting away delivery of food items weighing 50 pounds or less into proper storage space. May be assigned to check in deliveries. Must follow workplace safety procedures including the use of safety and personal protective equipment. Receives training on the time management system and required to demonstrate knowledge of the proper use of the system on a daily basis. May serve as the Person in Charge (PIC) in the event that the manager is not in the facility. The purpose of the PIC is to be the lead person responsible for the safe production, service and overall handling of all matters related to food. The PIC will be the point person in the event that the Health Department or other public entities visit the school for the purpose of inspections. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, and the public. Ensure compliance with established food safety practices regarding proper dress and hygiene. Attends workshops, classes, lectures, etc., as directed, to enhance and maintain knowledge of food services. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS May function as cook, cashier, server or helper. Should be prepared to answer questions regarding ingredients that address food allergies or meal components eligibility, food items as they count toward a reimbursable meal and/or pricing of a la carte items. Performs other related work as required. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE A High School Diploma or GED preferred and 1 to 2 years of experience in the preparation of foods in an institutional setting or childcare; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of commercial equipment including ovens, steamers, combi ovens, braising pans, and all types of kitchen utensils and tools pertaining to food service, etc. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion, exert up to 25 pounds of force regularly, or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. Must be able to stand for hours. Must be able to bend, twist, lift, stoop, reach overhead to perform assigned tasks. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Requires the ability to receive instructions, assignments or directions from superiors. Requires the ability to work cooperatively with coworkers to complete group tasks and to serve customer needs. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read and understand a variety of correspondence, menus, recipes, work schedule and productions sheets, etc. Requires the ability to prepare simple reports, logs, and lists. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, self- control and confidence. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to correctly utilize mathematical formulas while following standardized recipes; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; to work with fractions, utilize decimals and percentages, and to complete their time sheet correctly. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using kitchen equipment . click apply for full job details
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, responsible for assisting the manager in oversight of kitchen operations to ensure that students are served nutritious and attractive meals in a clean and caring atmosphere. Responsible for organizing, training, food production, food service activities, and assisting the School Nutrition Manager with all record management and reporting functions. Will assist with development of kitchen staff and promotes good community relations among school clientele and broader community as directed by the manager. May function as cook, cashier, server or helper. Assists in maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with local, state and federal rules and regulations and USDA requirements. Duties include but not limited to performing routine tasks such as participating in food preparation, serving, cleaning, food temperature checks cashiering, and sanitation tasks. Submit all food and non-food orders, payroll, attendance, production sheets, inventory, maintenance and equipment requests correctly and timely. Employee must have ability to work a computer using current software to order all foods and supplies according to established specifications and procedures when needed. Reports to the School Nutrition Manager. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares, cooks, and serves meals according to specified standardized recipes; prepares meals for special diets according to recipes or other instructions provided. Uses batch cooking methods and replenishes the warming cabinets and/or serving line(s) to maintain properly cooked food items during the serving period. Assure that safe and sanitary practices in all phases of the TPHC procedures ae followed by all personnel to meet or exceed established health department and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) standards. Reviews menu and production records daily; Order food items to meet portion sizes, servings per unit or size, and expected production capacity per recipe. Suggests menu substitutions as necessary, and coordinates work schedule to meet serving schedule. Unpacks and carries canned and fresh fruits and vegetables, and frozen processed meats from storage to the food preparation area; transports breads, rolls, desserts, and other items to specified areas; transfers food items from cooking equipment to serving lines. Assists manager in ordering correct quantity of foods, ensure receiving, storing, handling, preparing, and serving of food are performed according to established standards. Check deliveries for invoice accuracy and report shortages. Monitor and report receipt of items of unacceptable quality or condition by following policies. Provide oversight of storage for all food and non-food supplies to ensure compliance with recommended storage requirements, maintaining the cleanliness and organization of food storage areas, dating and putting up delivery stock, and counting monthly physical inventory. May serve meals or supplemental menu items, answer inquiries pertaining to food and meal items and provide excellent customer service. Prepare fresh fruits and vegetables, assembles salads, wraps sandwiches, pans food items, bakes cookies, assembles items for meal service at future times and/or locations such as prepping breakfast items for next-day service. Preps the serving line with appropriate condiments and paper products, monitors to ensure cleanliness and stocked throughout serving period. May open canned items, prepare condiment trays, fill drink cups, place milk in coolers, place ice cream in open freezers or replenish any other items as needed. Acts as cashier or back up during breakfast or lunch serving period. Maintains financial integrity for purchased meals and other foods in cafeteria through, kiosk or other remote sites to support data integrity. Collects and records advanced payments for lunches and breakfasts, recording amount paid in accordance with established procedures to maintain accurate student files. Responsible for maintaining accurate reports of daily and monthly financial, production, and activity records for student meal charges. Counts money at end of meal service and prepares money and checks for deposit, rolls loose coins, follows established policies and procedures. May assist manager with preparation of deposit and may deliver or secure bank deposit in manager's absence. Assists in maintenance of accurate Free and Reduced meal rosters and in screening Free and Reduced applications according to established procedures and policies as directed by manager. Assists students, parents, teachers and school staff with questions concerning meal program. Enforce standards of cleanliness, health, and safety collection. Supports and assists in the sanitation process while maintaining proper sanitizer levels in all sinks and containers and of all cafeteria utensils pots, pans, and serving utensils. Sweeping and mopping, walls, high dusting, floor drains, loading dock; carrying out bags of garbage and placing in dumpster. May also assist with wiping or washing tables, chairs, or benches in dining room. Assists with wrapping, recording, labeling, dating and putting away food at end of serving time; records leftovers in addition to maintaining accurate records of foods used, produced, and served on food production record. Takes and records temperatures of foods and food holding equipment including but not limited to freezers, coolers and warming cabinets. Completes assigned reports including temperature logs, production records and cashier's cash summary. Assists with dating and putting away delivery of food items weighing 50 pounds or less into proper storage space. May be assigned to check in deliveries. Must follow workplace safety procedures including the use of safety and personal protective equipment. Receives training on the time management system and required to demonstrate knowledge of the proper use of the system on a daily basis. May serve as the Person in Charge (PIC) in the event that the manager is not in the facility. The purpose of the PIC is to be the lead person responsible for the safe production, service and overall handling of all matters related to food. The PIC will be the point person in the event that the Health Department or other public entities visit the school for the purpose of inspections. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, and the public. Ensure compliance with established food safety practices regarding proper dress and hygiene. Attends workshops, classes, lectures, etc., as directed, to enhance and maintain knowledge of food services. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS May function as cook, cashier, server or helper. Should be prepared to answer questions regarding ingredients that address food allergies or meal components eligibility, food items as they count toward a reimbursable meal and/or pricing of a la carte items. Performs other related work as required. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE A High School Diploma or GED preferred and 1 to 2 years of experience in the preparation of foods in an institutional setting or childcare; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of commercial equipment including ovens, steamers, combi ovens, braising pans, and all types of kitchen utensils and tools pertaining to food service, etc. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion, exert up to 25 pounds of force regularly, or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. Must be able to stand for hours. Must be able to bend, twist, lift, stoop, reach overhead to perform assigned tasks. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Requires the ability to receive instructions, assignments or directions from superiors. Requires the ability to work cooperatively with coworkers to complete group tasks and to serve customer needs. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read and understand a variety of correspondence, menus, recipes, work schedule and productions sheets, etc. Requires the ability to prepare simple reports, logs, and lists. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, self- control and confidence. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to correctly utilize mathematical formulas while following standardized recipes; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; to work with fractions, utilize decimals and percentages, and to complete their time sheet correctly. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using kitchen equipment . click apply for full job details