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Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $23.58
Work Schedule
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
holiday schedule
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
tuition grant program
Job Description
Swarthmore College is a prestigious liberal arts institution located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, known for its academic rigor combined with a strong commitment to social responsibility. The college's mission revolves around offering an exceptional educational experience that fosters inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination. As part of this ethos, Swarthmore College encourages diversity and inclusivity within its community, aiming to create an environment that promotes belonging, respect, and collaboration among all members. Situated on a beautiful 425-acre arboretum campus, the college features gardens, expansive lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails, offering a serene and inspiring setting for both study... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- two years of cooking experience in a high-volume food setting or completion of culinary vocational training
- strong knife skills
- ability to scale recipes
- good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- excellent customer service
- proficiency in reading and following recipes
- clear and professional communication skills
- capability to follow verbal and written instructions
- availability to work a 9-month schedule from August through May
- willingness to undergo PA criminal background check
- ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment
Job Qualifications
- two years of cook experience in a high-volume food establishment or completion of a culinary vocational training program
- excellent culinary knife skills
- recipe scaling for various batch sizes
- good interpersonal skills
- ability to work well in a team environment
- excellent customer service skills
- ability to read and follow recipes
- clear communication skills
- ability to communicate with co-workers and management professionally and respectfully
- ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions
- culinary program certificate preferred
- three to five years experience in high-volume food establishment preferred
- serv-safe certification preferred
- food allergen knowledge or certification preferred
- valid PA driver's license preferred
Job Duties
- consults daily menu and production sheets to prepare for shifts
- reads recipes and produces products consistent with recipes and production standards
- maintains departmental standards for all menu items
- places finished products on the line promptly
- ensures safe, high-quality food is served to faculty, students, and staff
- stores food properly with accurate labeling and dating
- cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment and work areas
- promotes teamwork by assisting with kitchen cleaning and organization
- observes kitchen safety and sanitation rules
- follows FIFO rule for food rotation
- uses cleaning chemicals according to safety data sheets
- completes running, opening, and closing side work
- provides friendly and competent customer service
- records food temperature logs
- complies with HACCP food safety requirements
- prepares food according to cooking times and portion sizes
- evaluates food quality by tasting
- cuts, trims, bones, and carves meats and poultry
- uses correct portions when prepping and serving
- assists in other kitchen areas as needed
- helps maintain kitchen organization and workflow
- maintains professional and clean appearance
- ensures proper cooling and food storage
- suggests menu and recipe adjustments
- communicates clearly with front of house about menu items and portions
- records production
- monitors line server about menu items and portion control
- maintains visual contact with customers
- prepares components for salads, deli, catering, grab-n-go sandwiches, and retail as directed
- prepares baked goods and uses commercial baking equipment under baker's direction
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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