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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.56
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
continuing education assistance
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Kirkwood Community College is a renowned educational institution located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, Kirkwood offers a wide range of programs designed to prepare students for successful careers and meaningful lives. Among its diverse departments, The Hotel at Kirkwood Center stands out as a unique facility dedicated to hospitality education and training. Serving as a hub for culinary arts and hospitality management, this hotel provides real-world experience to both students and staff, fostering a learning environment that emphasizes professional development, practical skills, and industry standards.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or the equivalent required
- commercial kitchen experience or culinary education
- ability to stand for 5-6 hours a day and to squat, reach and bend on a regular basis
- knowledge of food storage/handling techniques and relevant health code
- capability to request or check in product in a timely manner
- ability to assist in completing forms for employee and student needs such as injury reports
- welcoming and valuing people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
- support and promote an environment that accepts differences
- effective time management and organizational skills
- ability to follow instructions such as menus/recipes as well as to cook and plan meals
- build positive relationships with staff, students and guests
- serve as a professional role model with work ethic, attitude, and compliance
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or the equivalent
- commercial kitchen experience or culinary education
- post high school degree preferred
- minimum of two years full-time experience in a related hospitality setting or the equivalent education and related work experience preferred
- demonstrated kitchen leadership experience preferred
Job Duties
- Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices and adherence to health code
- wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
- prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other food for both fine dining restaurant patrons and banquet events
- demonstrate all proficiencies required in a Line Cook II position
- substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
- act as manager of the kitchen in the absence of the Chef or Sous Chef
- check food and kitchen supplies
- ensure cooking utensils, pans and other equipment are kept in a clean and sanitary condition
- assign cleaning duties as needed to all kitchen staff to complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules
- ensure kitchen is cleaned and ready for the next shift
- ensure all food preparation for the next shift is complete and accurate
- record food temperatures, production, and waste on required documentation
- assist with schedule accountability
- perform other related work duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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