Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement plans
Wellbeing resources
Professional Development
Commuter Benefits
discounts
Job Description
Harvard University is a prestigious institution globally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and public service. Joining Harvard means becoming part of a vibrant, diverse community dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering collaboration. Harvard's Central Administration is a major organizational arm that supports the university’s broader mission by serving its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities with excellence and efficiency. The Central Administration employs over 5,000 staff members who help ensure smooth operations across multiple departments, including dining services.
Harvard University Dining Services (HUDS) plays a crucial role in providing high-quality food services that meet th... Show More
Harvard University Dining Services (HUDS) plays a crucial role in providing high-quality food services that meet th... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum six years experience in commercial food service or hospitality
- previous supervisory experience
- experience with large volume cook-chill process
- experience in high-end off-site catering
- proficient in English
- ability to write recipes
- strong knife skills
- knowledge of kitchen equipment
- able to use kitchen tools without restrictions
- basic math skills
- able to follow directions
- neat appearance
- able to work independently and in a team
- strong multi-tasking and communication skills
- customer service oriented
- ability to work in fast-paced environment
- able to lift 50 pounds
- able to stand and perform physical kitchen tasks
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- proficiency with English language speaking, reading and writing
- minimum six years experience in commercial food service or hospitality
- previous related supervisory experience
- experience with large volume cook-chill process and commissary production
- experience in high-end off-site catering
- ability to write recipes with method of preparation
- relevant knife skills
- knowledgeable in standard kitchen equipment
- proficiency with kitchen tools and equipment
- basic math skills
- ability to analyze thermometers and measuring devices
- ability to follow directions
- neat appearance and compliance with dress code
- ability to work independently and with teams
- strong multi-tasking skills
- ability to work in fast-paced diverse environment
- excellent communication skills
- ability to work cooperatively and respectfully
- customer service oriented
- culinary arts degree preferred
- ServSafe certification within one year
- university experience preferred
Job Duties
- Leads execution of off-site catered events
- leads production of large volume cook-chill process
- prepares, cooks, coordinates and oversees production of menu items according to proper preparation methods
- communicates changes to Culinary Team and Front of House Staff
- executes scheduled menu in absence of Chef/Production Manager or Person-in-Charge
- reads and properly executes standardized recipes
- leads Culinary Team in preparation and presentation of catered functions
- tastes and evaluates food before service
- participates in daily production meetings
- manages team in absence of Chef/Production Manager
- fries, grills, sautés, roasts, bakes, braises and steams food products
- heats soups, sauces and prepared products to appropriate temperatures
- carves or slices meat for service
- ensures kitchen is stocked and provides requisitions
- maintains food quality, presentation and sanitation standards
- cleans and restocks workstation
- cools, refrigerates, labels and stores food per HACCP
- records food portion amounts
- instructs kitchen personnel in equipment use
- assists with on-the-job training
- recycles products
- fills sanitation and temperature logs
- follows sanitation standards
- complies with food employee illness policy
- communicates effectively
- represents HUDS positively
- supports mission and values
- attends trainings
- maintains certifications
- performs other duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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