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Syracuse University

Second Cook Dining Center-Goldstein Dining Hall

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $23.00 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition remission
Life insurance
employee wellness program

Job Description

Syracuse University is a prestigious private research university located in Syracuse, New York. Established in 1870, the university is renowned for its extensive academic offerings, including more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and over 200 advanced degree programs spanning across its 13 schools and colleges. With a student body of over 15,000 undergraduates and 6,000 graduate students, Syracuse University embodies a rich history combined with a dynamic present, providing a quintessential college experience to students from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. The university prides itself on a global footprint and a diverse community that fosters an environment of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 years of restaurant or institutional cooking experience
  • 1-2 years formal food service training or equivalent
  • mechanical abilities
  • valid driver's license
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • ability to frequently bend, stoop, crouch, and walk
  • capability to lift and carry 30-50 pounds frequently
  • ability to lift up to 20 pounds overhead
  • ability to push and pull up to 250 pounds
  • ability to work in conditions of extreme heat
  • wrist and finger dexterity
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to follow recipes and instructions

Job Qualifications

  • Advanced knowledge of cooking techniques and procedures equivalent to 1-2 years of formal food service training or equivalent work experience
  • at least 3 years additional restaurant or institutional cooking experience including volume cooking
  • some mechanical abilities
  • valid driver's license
  • high school education or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • at least 18 months institutional cooking experience

Job Duties

  • Prepare all standard dining center meals
  • prepare and cook meat, vegetables, gravy, meatballs
  • make soup, pancake batter, biscuits
  • slice and trim meat, bone turkey, slice cheese and cold cuts
  • prepare proper amount of food and time cooking so that all items are ready for serving on schedule
  • observe safety and health regulations and maintain highest standards of sanitation
  • obtain ingredients and supplies from storeroom

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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