Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $26.94
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Tuition exchange program
Job Description
Pitzer College, located in Claremont, California, is a prestigious liberal arts college known for its commitment to academic excellence, social responsibility, and a diverse and inclusive community. As a member of the Claremont Colleges consortium, Pitzer College offers students unique opportunities to engage in cross-college programs, vibrant campus activities, and innovative learning experiences. The college prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where faculty, staff, and students collaborate to create an enriching educational experience.
The position available is for a Cook I within the Dining Services department at Pitzer College. This full-time role is a critical part of the coll... Show More
The position available is for a Cook I within the Dining Services department at Pitzer College. This full-time role is a critical part of the coll... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- A minimum of six months of directly related experience
- Must have a valid California Food Handler’s Permit
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions and recipes in English
- Ability to effectively communicate in English with team members and guests regarding meals
- Skilled and proficient in the safe use of knives and a variety of commercial kitchen equipment
- Ability to create specialty items at the direction of the chef and by executing recipes
- Knowledge of food ingredients, including common allergens, and ability to discuss them and their preparation methods with the chef in English
- Ability to work and interact effectively and cordially with a diverse community of managers, coworkers, students, staff, faculty and other guests
- Effective and efficient organizational skills and ability to focus in a busy and noisy environment
- Must have a positive attitude and great customer service skills to guests and team members alike
- Expertise with safe food handling standards, proper sanitation and workplace safety, including knowledge of HACCP guidelines, ServSafe and PPE requirements
- Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations
- Must have the ability to transport self to work reliably
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
- A minimum of six months of directly related experience
- Previous experience with hot/cold kitchen prep is desirable
- One year of full-time experience is preferred in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Must have a valid California Food Handler’s Permit
- Skilled and proficient in the safe use of knives and a variety of commercial kitchen equipment
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions and recipes in English
- Ability to effectively communicate in English with team members and guests regarding meals
- Ability to create specialty items at the direction of the chef and by executing recipes
- Knowledge of food ingredients, including common allergens, and ability to discuss them and their preparation methods with the chef in English
- Expertise with safe food handling standards, proper sanitation and workplace safety, with the ability to communicate and exemplify those standards with team members
Job Duties
- Prepare all hot and cold items to support the production of the meal, including salad bar items, fruits, sauces, dressings, condiments, breads, doughs and garnishes
- Separate into appropriate portions to aid in speed of service
- Prepare the daily special as per the published menu for salad bar, ovens, grill, omelet bar, fruit and yogurt bar, café pantry, and/or catering events
- Set up and garnish assigned station prior to the beginning of the meal
- Verify that station signage is correct for the given meal service and in accordance with Bon Appétit's Great Expectations and Circle of Responsibility programs
- Monitor and prepare additional ingredients as necessary for assigned station
- Assist with hot or cold food preparation when needed at other stations, and as assigned for catering and special events
- Verify all food temperatures are in the safety zone and record on the time/temperature log prior to opening and every 30 minutes thereafter
- Notify a manager for corrective actions if needed
- Cook on a per-order basis as required or needed based on assigned station and menu
- Be able to discuss ingredients and preparation methods with managers, including identifying allergens to management when asked about composition of items being served
- Wrap, label, date and store refrigerated items in walk-in immediately after meal period
- Wrap, label, date and store all other items after meal period
- Utilize FIFO (first in, first out) methodology in all facets of production and storage
- Communicate with the chef and team members about production levels and leftovers to minimize food waste
- Assess production needs with the chef and team members throughout the day
- Break down and clean assigned station at the conclusion of the meal according to the closing checklist
- Clean and sanitize all work areas and stations after meal period
- Responsible for “clean as you go” practices at all work areas
- Clean and sanitize stainless counters
- sweep and mop floor in your immediate work station
- Clean and sanitize service area related to assigned station
- Assist with setting up the next meal as time permits and as assigned by management
- Bring new ideas to assigned station through interaction with the chef, customers and independent research
- Serve and clean on line when needed and as assigned
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards, as well as workplace safety protocols
- Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to the position and as assigned by the chef or supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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