COOK II - TERRACE DINING HALL 42 Week Position (S65915919)

Terrace Dining Hall is looking for experienced cooks to manage, cook, complete food production, and provide outstanding customer service for one of the following dining hall service stations:

Food Lab : This chef-centric, flavor powerhouse of global cuisine takes guests all over the world.

Station No. 8 : Home of our premier allergen-free program and a popular destination for all diners, Station No. 8 serves thoughtful, balanced, and unique meals, free of the top 8 major allergens.

The Deli : A busy student favorite, this station features our assorted ready-to-eat sandwich program.

Position Summary:

The Cook II is responsible and accountable for hot food production and running specialty food stations; accurately and efficiently preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting various hot and cold food items for various meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events; cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, kosher, and sanitation procedures. This is a full-time, 42-week opportunity during the academic year with 10 weeks off in early summer.

Supervision:

This position reports to the Executive Sous Chef of the unit and indirectly reports to the Executive Chef for their campus area daily operations. This position reports to the Unit Manager for their campus area for all administrative business operations.

Responsibilities:

1. Learn and adhere to all food preparation guidelines established by the Ithaca College Dining Services culinary leadership team.
2. Lead a specialty food station or ongoing culinary assignment under the supervision of sous and executive chefs.
3. Prepare food per current applicable federal, state, and cultural standards, as well as guidelines and regulations to yield high-quality food service.
4. Set up the kitchen and each workstation for every meal with all needed ingredients and equipment.
5. Safely utilize and operate various utensils, including knives & equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
6. Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production accurately.
7. Work with operational and culinary staff to requisition products, supplies, and equipment.
8. Clean and sanitize all workstations and equipment and follow all Ithaca College and regulatory rules and procedures.
9. Attend all required training sessions, including allergy, foodborne illness, and safety training.
10. Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and cultivate an inclusive, diverse, and respectful Ithaca College community. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

Previous experience with food preparation in a restaurant or other relevant establishment and working knowledge of food preparation procedures and equipment is required. The ability to adhere to all food preparation and service standards set by Ithaca College Dining Services staff is required. The ability to read and follow written and electronic recipes while supervised is required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service while working effectively and respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment are strongly preferred. The Cook II may be required to obtain food safety certification upon hire.

Work Environment:

The Cook II completes work within an accessible, safe, indoor, and occasional outdoor environment. Long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary. The Cook II will be issued and/or required to wear slip-resistant shoes, cut gloves, and operate kitchen equipment. The Cook II will be required to work overtime, nights and weekends, and various holidays as needed.

Application Instructions:

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

* Candidates may be asked to complete a live cooking demonstration.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.