Seasonal Part Time - Snapdragon Stadium Line Cook

About the role

Prepares and cooks food per recipe, for Snapdragon Stadium. Also provides support to general food service production.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food products as assigned by production records or submitted orders, following established recipes and standards.
• Ensures product quality by following food handling procedures and sanitation guidelines in accordance with policy.
• Operating, maintaining and cleaning grill, kitchen and production equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Affords support to the inventory process, the recording of spoilage and product transfers, reporting any discrepancies to unit manager or supervisor.
• Takes responsibility for the cleanliness and orderly appearance of the unit or event, including restocking necessary products or supplies and emptying trash receptacles.
• Prepares all food in a timely manner and in a tasty eye-appealing manner with correct seasoning.
• Uses basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Knows or is capable of learning classic culinary techniques.
• Sets up, breaks down and works the various stations in the kitchen (pantry, broiler, sauté, pasta, and expedite).
• Checks and controls the proper storage of products.
• Records Pre and Post Production quantities for production reports.
• Breaks down the received order and stores the product properly.
• Affords assistance in the cleaning of equipment, tools, or pans.
• Maintains compliance with company policies and regulations including but not limited to: employment, safety, and health.
• Available to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs. This may include opening, mid-day, and closing shifts, as well as night shifts, weekends, and holidays throughout the year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• The minimum requirement for applicants is a High School Diploma or a General Education Development (GED) degree is required; plus at least one year of experience in a full production kitchen; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Food Handler certificate from County of San Diego preferred.

Skills

• Basic math skills with the ability to count in ascending and descending order, add, subtract, multiply, divide. Able to comprehend conversion charts. Able to multiply recipes based on production needs.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out general written or oral instruction. Ability to identify and report any deficiencies on invoices or product transfers to supervisor and to identify unusable product, discard, and report to Production Chef. Ability to identify and utilize leftover products to maximize product value.
• Manual dexterity. Requires the ability to use a variety of equipment and utensils.
• Must have the ability to talk/expressing and/or exchanging ideas and hear/perceiving sounds.
• Must have the ability to stand or walk/move for prolonged hours, taste and smell; use utensils, tools, or controls. Must have the ability to operate food service equipment to include but not limited to; slicers, mixers, knives, ovens, and steamers and office equipment such as computers, copy machines, and fax machines. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

None specified.

Pay

Pay Rate: $20.75 per hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule based on operational needs. This may include opening, mid-day, and closing shifts, as well as night shifts, weekends, and holidays throughout the year.

Our Organization

Aztec Shops, Ltd., founded in 1931, is a non-profit corporation that functions as an auxiliary of San Diego State University. As a “self-sustaining” non-profit SDSU auxiliary, Aztec Shops operates without subsidy from the University or the State. The corporation manages a variety of services including operation of SDSU Campus Stores, SDSU Dining, SDSU Conference Services, SDSU Licensing, and Commercial and Residential Real Estate properties surrounding campus.

Our Mission Statement

Aztec Shops, Ltd., strives to advance the priorities of San Diego State University and enhance the quality, affordability, and accessibility of every student’s educational experience and success. Aztec Shops is a leader in comprehensive, sustainable and innovative practices and is responsive to the SDSU community, contributing strategically and financially for the greater good of the University, its students and student programs.

Our Values

• Integrity, honesty, transparency and responsibility -- among all Aztec Shops employees and leadership staff.
• A culture of open communication, mutual respect and belonging -- in every facet of our work.
• Our partnership with San Diego State University -- with students as the main priority, we actively participate in the advancement of the strategic long-term and immediate short-term needs and goals of the University.
• Our professional staff -- Aztec Shops has created a unique culture that encourages a positive work environment and allows for work-life balance and opportunities for advancement.
• Our student employees -- we take a student-centric approach to management so when students work for us, they become part of the Aztec Shops family and will be taught valuable life and professional skills needed to become socially responsible global citizens.
• Responsible environmental stewardship -- Aztec Shops is committed to supporting a resilient and sustainable university community by using innovative practices with transparency, fairness, efficiency, and accountability in alignment with the University’s goals.