Lead Catering Cook

University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Full-time Food Service

Posted on April 13, 2024

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Lead Catering Cook

Job ID: 7731
Location: Dining & Event Services
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Staff Posting Details

Appointment: regular, full-time, (1.0 FTE).

Position Summary:
The duties of the Lead Catering Cook position is to prepare a variety of food items for catered events, Diner events, special receptions and other functions as requested by the Catering Chef, Executive Chef, and Director of Dining and Event Services. This position is required to run catering kitchen operations in the absence of the Catering Chef. The Lead Catering Cook position will be required to work in Dining Hall positions as needed. Complies with Dining and Events Services (DES) standards and philosophy in preforming all key areas of accountability and other essential job functions as needed. The schedule for this position is based on business needs and includes weekends and evenings. There is no set schedule for this position.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Prepares a variety of food items for catered events, special receptions, Dining Hall Events, etc.

Covers Diner station shifts needs as directed by their Supervisors.

Garnishes and decorates food items and/or service lines for eye-appealing presentation of food.

Runs kitchen operations in the absence of the Catering Chef.

Works closely with the Catering Chef to plan and organize events.

Ability to be self-motivated and lead a team.

Cleans kitchen and food storage areas, utensils, and equipment.

Maintains all aspects of proper sanitation, health and safety standards for food storage, food preparation, and kitchen safety.

Operates mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fry kettles and other food preparation equipment.

Anticipates and performs preliminary preparation necessary for meals the following day.

Properly labels and stores food in refrigerators, freezers, and storerooms.

Works with and instructs student staff in preparation, storage and handling of food items.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by Executive Chef, Diner Chef, Catering Chef, Senior Dining and Outlet Manager and the Director of Dining and Event Services.

Qualifications:

Valid driver's license

Valid Food Worker Card

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; read and write simple sentences in conjunction with the adjustment of recipes

Ability to pass pre-employment background inquiry, physical exam, drug screening, and strength test

Must be able to work independently and in a team setting

Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks and work in strenuous situations

Ability to respectfully work, communicate and provide leadership within a diverse campus community

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

Must be able to speak clearly, listen attentively, read, write, and understand English

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to lift and transport a minimum of 30 pounds. On occasion, ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Ability to work in a fast-paced, strenuous environment

Be able to handle exposure to changing temperatures/extremes

Be able to stand on one's feet for extended periods of time

Compensation and Benefits:

The range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations.

Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package for eligible staff employees, including:

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan options and 403(b) contributions

Paid vacation, sick leave, floating holiday, campus holidays and bonus holidays

Education benefits, such as full tuition for eligible employees and their families

Access to university facilities and entertainment (fitness center, pool, library, concerts, lectures and more!)

Please note :

-Positions that work less than .75 FTE (1,560 hours per year) do not qualify for long-term disability or education benefits.
-Positions that work less than .50 FTE (1,040 hours per year) will accrue paid sick leave but are not eligible for additional benefits.
-Temporary positions that work at least .50 FTE (1,040 hours per year) will be eligible for benefits.

This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

For more information on Puget Sound's non-exempt staff benefits package, visit: Summary of 2024 Benefits for Staff Members in Non-Exempt Positions.pdf (pugetsound.edu)

For the Campus Holiday and Bonus Day Schedule, visit: https://www.pugetsound.edu/human-resources

Application Deadline:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.

Required Documents:

Resume

Letter of Interest

Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of all required background checks.

We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives.

We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community.

We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.

Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: https://pugetsound.edu/about-puget-sound-0/mission-core-values/institutional-equity-diversity

The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply: https://www2.pugetsound.jobs/psc/HR92PRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=7731&PostingSeq=1

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