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Baton Rouge, LA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.75 - $31.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) is a premier marine science organization supported by the Board of Regents. It represents a collaborative academic initiative committed to enhancing the foundational marine science essential to addressing the environmental and socioeconomic challenges that impact Louisiana and the broader United States. LUMCON is distinguished by its first-rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, situated in Louisiana's vibrant wetland ecosystem and strategically located to access the Gulf of Mexico. This positioning allows LUMCON to operate a world-class fleet of research vessels that are unmatched in the Gulf region, supporting groundbreaking scientific research and environmental monitoring.... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment
  • Hold a ServSafe Food Handler certification
  • Hold USCG Merchant Mariner Documentation
  • Able to conduct food-shopping services including online food ordering from various vendors
  • Have adequate transportation to and from work
  • Ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment, as necessary
  • Must pass drug and alcohol screening tests as mandated by the Department of Transportation agency regulations
  • Requires extended hours up to 14-15 hours on some days and extended days at sea

Job Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment
  • Hold a ServSafe Food Handler certification
  • Hold USCG Merchant Mariner Documentation
  • Able to conduct food-shopping services including online food ordering from various vendors
  • Ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment

Job Duties

  • Conduct all vessel food purchases, food planning, and cooking meals for crew, students, scientists, and associated dignitaries
  • Stowage of vessel's pantry, refrigerators, and freezers
  • Preparation of at least three daily meals for up to 21 individuals
  • Ability to provide additional menus for people with dietary restrictions
  • Perform cleaning and sanitation duties in the kitchen, serving line, and seating area
  • Remove garbage as necessary
  • Provide coffee services and perform related duties, as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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