Cook - HSU Dining

Position: Cook Application Deadline: Until Filled

$2,731- $3,938/mo. ($15.75 - $22.75 /hr) Appointments are typically made at the beginning of the pay range. This is a full-time position in HSU Dining Services with excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; CalPERS retirement, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts and vacation, holidays, and paid sick leave.

About: HSU Dining Services is a division of Humboldt State University Center, which is an auxiliary organization and integral member of the campus community. The unit operates and provides all aspects of culinary services including full-service, seven days per week dining facility for resident students, a variety of cafés, marketplaces, catering, and food court options. For additional information about HSU Dining Services, please visit: https://dining.humboldt.edu/

Position Summary: Under general supervision, the Cook assists in preparing, cooking and dispensing food, cleaning work areas and equipment, and receiving and storing supplies. Prepare all hot/cold foods and in doing so, make decisions regarding the quality of product, portioning of ingredients, seasoning, and attractiveness of the final product (working from standardized recipes and daily production sheets provided by management). In addition to the preparation of specific menu items, cleans equipment and working stations and stores leftover food.

Duties: The Cook is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Prepares food according to posted production sheets and recipes provided. Uses production sheets as guidelines.

Adjusts recipes to volume demand.

Keeps overproduction and waste to a minimum.

Fills out daily production sheets recording all food items used.

Replenish food items as needed.

Checks expiration dates on dairy and processed items to ensure freshness and quality.

Garnishes and enhances eye appeal for food display.

Maintains portion control in areas where possible.

Makes maximum use of leftovers within limits of quality control.

Prepares food items according to projected customer count or standard menus.

Taste tests food items when necessary.

Maintains all foods at proper temperatures.

Properly cleans and maintains working area.

Observes all sanitation and safety precautions

Assumes responsibility for proper use, care, and maintenance of equipment.

Stores leftover items using proper methods making sure they are wrapped and labeled.

Uses all necessary equipment that will help cut down on production time.

Informs management about problems with equipment.

Minimum Qualifications: Must have at least two years of food service experience and one year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the duties listed above, good working knowledge of kitchens, cooking skills, knife skills and prep techniques; knowledge of safe food-handling and sanitation practices. Strong customer service orientation; able to apply, interpret and adhere to department policies and procedures; ease in dealing with a diverse population including faculty, staff, students, and the general public; ability to work effectively in a climate characterized by heavy traffic loads, shifting priorities, and the need to balance multiple tasks. Must speak, read, write, and understand English; communicates effectively; possess excellent follow-through skills and attention to detail; position requires a high energy level and ability to sustain a high volume and fast paced environment for extended periods of time; passion for excellences; maintain cooperative working relationships in a team-oriented environment; operationalize sustainability concepts (economy, society, environment) into all aspects of performing job duties.

Physical Requirements: Average physical agility and ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; strength and mobility to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds; reach, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items. Must have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range, and clear verbal communication. Ability to work extended shifts.

The qualifications and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. University Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Special Conditions of Employment: Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Must possess ServSafe certificate or equivalent. Occasional layoff due to lack of work; these periods generally fall on semester breaks and summer session. Valid California Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to our insurance underwriters. Willingness to comply with neat grooming standards and present a professional appearance.

Application Procedure: Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, University Center Application, and resume. Application materials that do not include the University Center Employment Application will not be considered.

Application packets can be mailed, e-mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered:

Dining Search Committee

University Center, HSU

1 Harpst Street

Arcata, CA 95521

E-mail: univctrjobs@humboldt.edu

FAX: 707-826-4412

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check and employment verification) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the University Center. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University Center employees who apply for the position.

The University Center is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX employer, and hires only individuals authorized to work in the United States. This is NOT a State position.