Food Service Technician (Emerging Careers)

About the Role

Tired of the long days, nights, and weekend grinds of restaurant work? Think a Monday-Friday job is out of the question? Join our Food Services team as a Food Service Technician and enjoy a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience. The mission of the SAS Food Service Department is to support SAS and its employees by offering safe, high-quality food and service, while providing great hospitality.

Responsibilities

The primary role of this position will be to run the Grill Station of the Atrium Café, serving lunch to about 600 SAS employees daily. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and/or expediting grill orders during lunch service.
• Creating and planning menu items and specials, and inputting them into the SAS Food Services online menu planner.
• Computing amounts and preparing orders for food and supplies required for the area of responsibility.
• Following all health and safety regulations in food preparation, storage, and cleanup.
• Operating and maintaining food service equipment (charbroiler, flat top, fryer, slicer, panini press, combi-ovens, tilt braiser) and reporting repairs and maintenance needs.
• Assisting in other areas of the café, including entrée, starch, deli, soup, salad bar, or vegetable preparation.
• Utilizing a computer to stay informed about company news and policies.
• Possibly driving a company vehicle as needed.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience with food preparation in the area of responsibility.
• Basic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Thorough knowledge of operating quantity food service equipment (mixer, dish machine, oven, slicer, food processor) and cooking principles.
• Ability to work in a hot kitchen or with hot water and stand at a work table or serving line for up to seven hours per day.
• Advanced food preparation skills, including knife skills, cooking at correct temperatures, and presenting dishes attractively.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered in place of the above requirements.
• Curiosity, passion, authenticity, and accountability align with our core values.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to learn computer applications specific to departmental needs.
• Formal coursework, depending on the area of assignment.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification.
• Good organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan, with a pharmacy that ships prescriptions at no additional charge.
• Industry-leading 401k plan.
• Tuition Assistance Program and resources for professional development.
• Generous time off, including vacation, paid holidays, and a U.S. Winter Wellness Break from December 25 to January 1.
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave, and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 2:30pm

Location: Cary, NC