Line Cook - Havoc House Dining

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon University is hiring a Line Cook for Havoc House, a dine-in restaurant at GCU Arena serving American food to the Lope community. The position is located on the Main Campus. Havoc House is open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and the schedule is 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.

The Line Cook prepares and cooks food according to standard operating procedures and recipe guidelines, maintains sanitation and food safety standards, and prepares customer dishes, including requests related to food allergies or intolerances. The role also includes restocking supplies, storing unused food correctly, controlling food costs and waste, and following accident and incident reporting procedures. The employee may assist in other kitchen or restaurant areas as needed.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, and food cost controls.
• Ability to manage multiple food-preparation tasks and prepare food according to quality procedures.
• Ability to learn the structure and function of kitchen stations and departments, facilities, rooms, activities, services, and hours of operation.
• Ability to prepare and present food according to standard operating procedures and recipe guidelines.
• Knowledge of food service methods, sanitation principles, and safe food handling.
• Ability to communicate and cooperate positively with coworkers and guests.
• Ability to troubleshoot and identify potential problems, particularly during high-volume or high-demand periods.
• Ability to learn and follow safety, emergency, and accident-prevention procedures, and to use fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; a rotating schedule applies.
• Must obtain a Maricopa County Food Handler's Card at the employee's expense before starting employment.
• Must have United States work authorization documents.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience, preferably in a high-volume or high-demand hospitality venue.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain sanitation standards in accordance with standard operating procedures and FDA/OSHA requirements.
• Prepare customer dishes, including special requests related to food allergies or intolerances.
• Portion items according to standard operating procedures and recipe guidelines.
• Restock items as needed throughout the shift.
• Return unused food to designated storage areas and cover and date perishable items.
• Control food waste, loss, and usage according to standard operating procedures.
• Seek ways to reduce food costs and waste.
• Follow required procedures for reporting accidents and incidents under GCU/OSHA guidelines.
• Assist in other kitchen or restaurant areas as needed and requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and mission.

Benefits

• Full benefits portfolio, including a tuition benefit.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Generous time-off plan and 11 paid holidays.
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU-sponsored events.
• Free covered parking.
• Education tuition discount program for full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children.
• Free on-site gyms at office locations.

What This Job Offers

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