Davis, California
Davis, California
Ithaca, New York
Posted: 14-Jun-23
Location: Davidson, North Carolina
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 494484
The Catering Cook 1 position will prepare hot and cold food in a timely manner for various special events, gatherings, and occasions as requested by our guests.
Position Responsibilities
- The principal responsibilities for the position are daily meal preparation and shift production such as: display cooking, appetizers and hors d’oeuvres, entrées, salads, soups, bakery, grill, plating and presentation, garnishing, storage and safe handling of food, pulling product, and preparation.
- The Catering Cook I position will also assist in production in other food service areas based on business needs.
- He or she will prepare assigned dishes or portions of the meal according to established procedures and recipes and are responsible for cooked leftover food to be repurposed and/or properly labeled and stored.
- He or she will perform clean-up and sanitizing of kitchen, utensils, and appliances; assist with proper storage of foods according to local health code policy. Adhere to all unit standards to include food production and equipment maintenance.
- He or she is responsible for helping with recycling efforts as required by the health department and the College and other duties as assigned by the Head Chef of Catering.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices and compliance of state health guidelines!
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a high-volume kitchen producing hot and cold food.
- Ability to read and understand recipes and measurements.
- Strong knife skills.
- Knowledge of various cooking techniques.
- Knowledge of how to utilize and clean kitchen all equipment.
- Knowledge of food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Preferred Qualifications
- An Associates Degree in Culinary Arts or accredited apprentice program.
- Serv-Safe Certified.
Working Conditions
Work in an industrial kitchen area with heavy equipment, sharp utensils and cutlery, steam tables, ovens, flat-tops, and grills. Requires the ability to lift 20-50 pounds. The area may be steamy, hot, and have exposure to slippery floors. Hours and days of work schedule varies based on business needs. Hours are available from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday through Sunday year-round including some college and national holidays. Working outdoors may be required based on the needs of the business. Working in a shared kitchen with other food service operations.
To Apply
Apply online at https://employment.davidson.edu and attach a current resume and cover letter. If you have work hour or day restrictions, please indicate in your cover letter what the restrictions are.
