Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.75 - $20.75
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Job Description
Pomona College, located near Los Angeles, California, is renowned as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, the college emphasizes small class sizes, a challenging academic curriculum, and fosters close relationships between students and faculty. As a member of The Claremont Colleges consortium, Pomona offers students a wide array of research opportunities and leadership experiences, making it a vibrant academic community committed to excellence. The institution prides itself on maintaining a supportive learning environment and a commitment to cultural diversity and inclusion. Pomona College's dining services play an integral role in enhancing the campus experience by... Show More
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- valid California Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
- valid driver’s license
- ability to safely lift and move supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds
- ability to stand and walk for long periods
- willingness to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays
- ability to follow safety and sanitation regulations
- ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
- willingness to join labor union upon hire
- pass functional capacity test prior to hire
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
- preferred Associate Degree or AOS from accredited culinary program or hotel/restaurant school or equivalent educational experience
- food production assignments and staff supervision in a kitchen at an academic institution preferred
- must take and pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and recertify every 3 years
- valid driver’s license essential
- must pass functional capacity test after job offer and prior to hire
Job Duties
- Coordinate all food production in the kitchen of assigned Dining Halls
- work with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef/Manager to develop new menu items
- assist with catering events as assigned
- train and monitor subordinate kitchen staff in prepping and production of food
- read and follow numerous recipes
- create recipes as needed
- prepare, season, marinate, cook, taste, carve, and serve soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts
- cook, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, or shred meats, fruits, vegetables and other ingredients
- trim and cut meats, poultry, and fish
- clean and maintain and sanitize work and service areas before and after meal periods
- incorporate HACCP and PPE procedures in all kitchen production areas to ensure a safe kitchen
- take and record temperatures to ensure compliance with Health Department guidelines
- keep production records for all food produced
- properly use Just in Time and Batch cooking to ensure freshness
- minimize leftover and/or excess food production and use leftovers to decrease waste
- label, date, and store items in appropriate areas
- provide excellent customer service to Dining Hall and catering event customers
- resolve problems and follow up directly to ensure satisfaction
- stay abreast of trends and developments in food services and catering industry
- may be required to set up and maintain food service lines and steam tables
- participate in training sessions provided by the College
- perform special projects/tasks/duties and provide assistance as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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