Assistant Chef

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

20h • $20 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Chef ensures the preparation, sanitation, and monitoring of cooked foods for all meal periods in the restaurant, room service, and lounge. The role assists other kitchen areas as needed and is a key member of the culinary and management teams. It directs the workflow of full-time and student employees within a food station or preparation area, while cooking and presenting a variety of foods.

The Assistant Chef creates station diagrams, trains staff, creates daily specials, writes prep lists, and assists with menu suggestions, menu writing, and plating design. The role creates and interprets recipes, helps others interpret recipes, and measures ingredients. It also requires knowledge of standard kitchen equipment and the ability to train others in its proper and safe use. The Assistant Chef maintains cleanliness throughout the operation.

This is a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week operation. The position may require work during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure preparation, sanitation, and monitoring of cooked foods for all meal periods in the restaurant, room service, and lounge.
• Assist other areas of the kitchen as needed.
• Direct workflow for a team of full-time and student employees within a food station or preparation area.
• Cook and present a large variety of foods.
• Create station diagrams and daily specials, and write prep lists.
• Train staff and assist with menu suggestions, menu writing, and plating design.
• Create and interpret recipes, assist others with recipe interpretation, and measure ingredients.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment and train others in its proper and safe use.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the operation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level