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Cook (12 Month)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $19.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Georgia Tech is a leading public research university located in the bustling, diverse city of Atlanta. Known for its excellence in technology, engineering, computing, and sciences, it serves over 45,000 students through undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs. The university prides itself on its cutting-edge research, with faculty members attracting more than $1.4 billion in research funding annually, covering fields such as biomedical technologies, artificial intelligence, energy sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech consistently ranks among the top 20 research universities in the United States, notably securing the number one spot among universities without a medical school.

This highly esteemed institution not only emphasizes innovation and research but also fosters an inclusive environment where diversity thrives and collaboration is celebrated. Georgia Tech's mission is to develop principled leaders who are committed to advancing technology and improving lives globally. The university upholds nine core values, including prioritizing students, striving for excellence, championing innovation, acting ethically, and nurturing community wellbeing. These foundational values guide the university as it continues to expand its impact locally, nationally, and internationally by addressing complex challenges and generating real-world technological solutions.

The food service role at Georgia Tech plays an integral part in supporting the institution's vibrant student and faculty community. This position is essential to the culinary team, helping to prepare and ensure the quality and safety of food served on campus. It involves supporting both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, working closely with kitchen staff and customers to maintain high service standards. The role requires adherence to food safety protocols, sanitation practices, and accuracy in following recipes and production records. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where food preparation is more than just part of the service—it's part of the campus experience that supports thousands of students and staff daily.

This hourly position offers a wage range of $17 to $19 and requires knowledge of intermediate cooking techniques, food safety certification, and the ability to maintain high standards over extended periods. Those in this role contribute to a clean, organized kitchen environment while assisting with training and development of new employees. Candidates will find this role rewarding as it blends teamwork, culinary skills, and a commitment to the well-being of the Georgia Tech community, all while building career experience in a respected academic setting.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED or vocational school diploma
  • ServSafe certification required
  • Two to three years of job-related experience
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of pace and intensity for extended periods
  • Able to work nights and weekends
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to take direction
  • Pass a background check

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • ServSafe certification
  • Two to three years of job-related experience
  • Knowledgeable of intermediate knife skills and basic cooking techniques including steaming, grilling, roasting, frying, and sautéing
  • Ability to follow both oral and written instructions
  • Ability to work with a diverse population
  • Courteous and dependable
  • Open availability including nights and weekends

Job Duties

  • Prepares and follows daily prep sheets and recipes according to management and ensures food quality and safety requirements are met
  • Assists in adhering to and accurately completing food production and service records
  • Participates in ongoing development and food safety training for staff and assists with training and development of new employees
  • Responsible for keeping workstation clean, organized, and sanitized using first in, first out inventory practices
  • Assists with keeping daily and weekly production records, distributing daily recipes and production schedules, and occasional testing and development of recipes
  • Records leftovers of food items prepared and stores them according to safety standards
  • Monitors inventory of food and supplies, alerting a supervisor when shortages occur
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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