Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay rate
Part-time schedule
Opportunity to work in a research-focused environment
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
The University of Utah Metabolic Kitchen is a specialized culinary facility within the University of Utah Health system, dedicated to advancing research in nutrition science, disease management, and related healthcare fields. This innovative kitchen serves as a hub for precision nutrition, providing tailored culinary services and resources that support cutting-edge studies on health and diet. The Metabolic Kitchen works closely with researchers, dietitians, and clinical staff to develop, prepare, and deliver meals that meet exact nutritional standards necessary for rigorous scientific investigations. It combines expertise in nutrition, food science, and culinary arts to help improve health outcomes through evidence-based dietary... Show More
Job Requirements
- associate's degree in food service hotel or restaurant management or related field or equivalency
- five years of chef experience with two years in progressively more responsible supervisory positions in large volume food service operations
- current food service worker permit
- demonstrated human relation effective communication and computer literacy skills
Job Qualifications
- associate's degree in food service hotel or restaurant management or related field or equivalency
- five years of chef experience with two years in progressively more responsible supervisory positions in large volume food service operations
- current food service worker permit
- demonstrated human relation effective communication and computer literacy skills
- culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
- expertise in food safety regulations and best practices
- excellent organizational and time-management skills
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- experience with dietary analysis software or similar tools
- knowledge of nutrition principles related to health and disease management
- background in clinical nutrition or collaboration with healthcare professionals
Job Duties
- participate in the preparation and cooking of meals in the professional kitchen ensuring all dishes meet specified nutrition and quality standards
- participate in the sourcing and purchasing of ingredients as advised by the culinary operations manager
- assist in the delivery of meals to research study participants ensuring timely and accurate service according to visit dates and study protocols
- accurately input data related to food procurement inventory management and meal production for record-keeping and analysis purposes
- collaborate with registered dietitian and culinary operations manager to create customized menus and recipes that align with the nutritional needs of research study participants
- conduct testing of new recipes to ensure taste nutritional adequacy and adherence to established protocols
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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