Chef

Position Title

Chef

About the role

This position ensures that dining standards are attained so that customers have an enjoyable dining experience in any of our locations. Standards that this position will display and uphold are courteous service, proper sanitation procedures, proper use and care of equipment, and the efficient production of quality, wholesome, and properly prepared foods according to standardized menus and recipes. In addition, these standards are maintained through student employees and other staff members who receive training and leadership from this position.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• Prepares a variety of food according to customer orders or established menus/recipes, following approved procedures
• Executes, trains, and assists with leading food production activities and procedures of dining staff and student workers
• Auxiliary in recipe development, food testing, and daily menu planning to meet anticipated customer needs
• Audits and maintains inventory, equipment, and clean work areas
• Maintains portion controls and adheres to safe food quality, handling, and sanitation processes

Requirements

• Ability to push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 200# and the ability to bend, stoop, and lift up to 50# when storing, stocking, and rotating food products.
• A pre-employment physical assessment is required prior to work.
• Working knowledge of safe and efficient use of food service equipment, and the procedures to clean food service equipment (ovens, choppers, slicers, etc.).
• Knowledge of food production methods and procedures including sanitation, weights, and measures.
• Ability to read and interpret recipes.
• Knowledge of food products, quality standards, and experience in the use of materials, methods, and equipment used in large-scale cooking.
• Working knowledge of sanitation and health precautions in food preparation and service.
• AllerTrain and ServSafe Certification will be offered and required within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary or hospitality management, or 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to meet State of Wisconsin requirements to drive a state vehicle.
• Ability to meet State of Wisconsin requirements to drive a state vehicle.
• Knowledge of food allergens.

Skills

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Benefits

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Pay

$17.60-$19 per hour

Schedule

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