Cook

Brown University Dining Services is part of one of the world's leading academic institutions, Brown University, located in Providence, Rhode Island. Brown University is renowned for its dedication to academic excellence, research, and fostering an inclusive and diverse community. The university provides a supportive and enriching environment for both students and staff, with a commitment to sustainability and high standards in all campus services. Dining Services at Brown is responsible for delivering excellent culinary experiences across campus, including catering various events and serving daily meals to students, faculty, and staff. Brown's Dining Services emphasizes quality, safety, and nutritional standards while promoting an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for all members of the campus community. The department is staffed by a team of dedicated culinary professionals who work collaboratively to maintain the university's reputation for excellence in food service.

The Cook position at Brown University Dining Services is a full-time, regular employee role working 40 hours per week across 41 weeks annually. The position is governed by Dining Services Union Rates and entails working on-site within the university's dining facilities. This role is central to the production and service of daily menu items and catered meals, adhering strictly to university-established procedures and high standards of sanitation, food safety, and quality assurance. Reporting under general supervision, the Cook is responsible for executing various essential culinary tasks. This includes vegetable and fruit preparation, salad and dressing preparation, egg cookery, grill work, sandwich assembly, stock and soup preparation, basic sauce and dessert preparation, and more advanced cooking techniques such as broiling, roasting, sautéing, and deep frying.

The position requires strict adherence to standardized recipes and procedures and an understanding of kitchen organizational structure and workflow. Safety is paramount, especially when working with kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, and cleaning chemicals. The Cook must also maintain an immaculate and sanitary workspace, ensuring all kitchen equipment is operated, cleaned, and maintained properly. Additionally, this role fosters teamwork, encourages skill development by preparing for potential advancement to the role of Second Cook, and insists on a professional appearance and workplace demeanor.

Those hired for this position must pass Brown University's education and records checks as a condition of employment. It is a role that demands the ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced kitchen environment, demonstrating coordination skills and physical stamina to meet the demands of food preparation. The position also involves moving around campus catering events, requiring mobility and the ability to handle kitchen supplies and equipment safely and correctly. Brown University is committed to equal opportunity employment and seeks candidates who promote diversity and inclusion within the campus community. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about food service and wish to contribute to a prestigious academic institution known for its commitment to quality and community values.