Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Opportunities for training and development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance
accident insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
legal services
Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Sacred Heart University, located at 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, is a distinguished institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. As a thriving educational environment, it combines a rich history with modern advancements to provide a dynamic campus experience. Families, students, and faculty alike are supported by various campus services, including dining facilities that prioritize quality, nutrition, and satisfaction. Sacred Heart University is dedicated to maintaining high standards of operational efficiency and student satisfaction through its partnership with Compass Group, a leader in food service management. This partnership ensures that university dining options meet rigorous standards in food quality, safety, and service.
The Pizza Cook position at Sacred Heart University is a crucial role within the university’s food service team. This role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, catering to individuals with open availability and flexibility in shifts. The position offers a competitive fixed pay rate of $18.50 per hour. The Pizza Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking pizza and other menu items strictly according to standardized recipes and established corporate policies. The goal is to deliver consistent, high-quality food products that satisfy customers while adhering to food safety regulations and company standards.
As part of your duties, you will ensure that food is prepared at the correct temperature, portioned precisely to meet standards, and presented in an appealing way. You will also engage in essential food safety practices, including maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, proper storage of ingredients, and using appropriate protective gear such as cut gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes. Operational responsibilities include handling kitchen equipment properly, assisting in production planning, order receiving, and maintaining accurate records. This role demands a commitment to workplace safety, cooperative teamwork with coworkers, and effective communication with management and university staff.
Sacred Heart University’s Campus Dining Team emphasizes a supportive work culture where employees are valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact. The job offers additional benefits such as Instapay through the One @Work app, training opportunities, and comprehensive wellness programs. The university encourages career growth and the continuous learning of its associates, fostering a workplace environment that is both purposeful and rewarding. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until all openings are filled, with a welcoming policy allowing reapplication and future consideration for candidates not initially selected.
This position highlights the university’s dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring an equal opportunity workplace free from discrimination on any protected basis. Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions safely and satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. This role may sometimes involve unpaid or temporary layoffs during academic breaks, with year-round work potentially available at alternate locations. Embarking on a career as a Pizza Cook at Sacred Heart University offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant academic community while developing valuable culinary skills in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.
The Pizza Cook position at Sacred Heart University is a crucial role within the university’s food service team. This role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, catering to individuals with open availability and flexibility in shifts. The position offers a competitive fixed pay rate of $18.50 per hour. The Pizza Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking pizza and other menu items strictly according to standardized recipes and established corporate policies. The goal is to deliver consistent, high-quality food products that satisfy customers while adhering to food safety regulations and company standards.
As part of your duties, you will ensure that food is prepared at the correct temperature, portioned precisely to meet standards, and presented in an appealing way. You will also engage in essential food safety practices, including maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, proper storage of ingredients, and using appropriate protective gear such as cut gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes. Operational responsibilities include handling kitchen equipment properly, assisting in production planning, order receiving, and maintaining accurate records. This role demands a commitment to workplace safety, cooperative teamwork with coworkers, and effective communication with management and university staff.
Sacred Heart University’s Campus Dining Team emphasizes a supportive work culture where employees are valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact. The job offers additional benefits such as Instapay through the One @Work app, training opportunities, and comprehensive wellness programs. The university encourages career growth and the continuous learning of its associates, fostering a workplace environment that is both purposeful and rewarding. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until all openings are filled, with a welcoming policy allowing reapplication and future consideration for candidates not initially selected.
This position highlights the university’s dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring an equal opportunity workplace free from discrimination on any protected basis. Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions safely and satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. This role may sometimes involve unpaid or temporary layoffs during academic breaks, with year-round work potentially available at alternate locations. Embarking on a career as a Pizza Cook at Sacred Heart University offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant academic community while developing valuable culinary skills in a dynamic, team-oriented setting.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous cooking or food preparation experience preferred
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and procedures
- Open availability with flexible scheduling
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to workplace safety
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to safety and cleanliness standards
Job Duties
- Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
- Serve meals or prepare for delivery using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
- Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain accurate records from area worked
- Clean kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
- Store or discard excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat, ensuring food and supply items are stored per standards
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed
- Assist in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
- Assist in ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
- Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to supervisor immediately
- Attend in-service and safety meetings
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
- Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Ensure proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures following HACCP standards
- Commit personally to safety of self and others
- Abide by all company policies and procedures including the use of protective gloves and equipment
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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