Cook - Davenport University

Creative Dining Services•Grand Rapids, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Here at Davenport University we are looking for the right person with knowledge in multiple areas of the kitchen and common cooking techniques in volume cooking. If you have what it takes to keep up with our students' appetites, apply now. PM Shift is 1-10pm Creative Dining Services is looking for a Cook. As the cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Have dependable independent transportation
Flexible availability including days, nights and weekends
Must pass a background check
Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
Removal of refuse as needed
Putting away/Pulling stock as needed