Cook - RIT

Datrose • Rochester, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Datrose is hiring Cooks to support RIT Dining locations across the Rochester Institute of Technology campus in Rochester, New York. The role is intended to give qualified employees the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and potentially transition from Datrose to permanent employment with RIT. A direct hire may provide access to RIT employee benefits and career opportunities. The assignment is temp-to-hire, with temporary opportunities also available, and pays $16.00 per hour.

Cooks prepare hot and cold food in campus dining locations while maintaining food quality, sanitation, safety, and customer service standards. Shift availability varies by dining location and may include 7:30 AM–4:00 PM or 1:00 PM–9:30 PM. Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from the RIT campus. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Employment requires authorization to work in the United States; Datrose does not sponsor employment visas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of food service experience in a high-volume restaurant, institutional kitchen, country club, dining operation, or similar environment.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain certification within six months.
• Ability to successfully complete RIT's Cook I culinary skills assessment.
• Reliable transportation to and from the RIT campus.
• Strong attendance and dependability.
• Willingness to learn, cross-train, and become part of the RIT Dining team.
• Authorization to work in the United States; Datrose does not sponsor employment visas.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare short-order and grill items, including hamburgers, chicken, eggs, and other menu items.
• Prepare deli, salad bar, cold food, and composed salad items.
• Follow established recipes and production specifications.
• Wash, cut, portion, and prepare hot and cold foods.
• Ensure food is prepared in appropriate quantities and maintained at proper temperatures.
• Maintain proper food labeling, rotation, and storage.
• Assist with training student employees in food preparation, sanitation, cleaning, and equipment use.
• Clean grills, ovens, cooking utensils, hoods, and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with other dining responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Potential access to free tuition, health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings benefits, career development and training, cross-training opportunities, and advancement opportunities upon transition to eligible permanent RIT employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED