Third Cook - Newton

Boston College • Newton, MA

3d • $26 - $29

About The Position

Under direction, the Third Cook performs routine, supportive duties to assist with food preparation for dining operations and catered events. The role includes moderately heavy lifting and may involve transporting food and equipment to catering functions. The position is 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, and reports to the Chef Manager in the assigned unit, with functional direction from the unit chef, first cook, and other support personnel. The Third Cook may assist in monitoring the work of food service workers and students.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
• NRA ServSafe certification and MRA allergen training required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a large-volume food operation.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operation with diverse staff.
• Outstanding human relations skills.
• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing food items for meals and events using recipes, as assigned.
• Perform kitchen support duties, including slicing, mixing, grilling, sautéing, roasting, steaming, baking, and stewing.
• Monitor food while cooking under direction to maintain proper temperatures and timing cycles.
• Transport food to serving areas and assemble and replenish food items as required.
• Transport food and equipment to catered functions and assist with event execution as assigned.
• Perform routine sanitation and safety functions for work areas and equipment.
• Assist with training food service workers and students as directed.
• Perform other duties during slow periods, including semester breaks, holidays, and summer, as assigned.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
• May assist in monitoring the work of food service workers and students.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for eligible employees.
• Tuition remission for eligible spouses and children.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Low-cost life insurance.
• Eligibility for a University-funded 401(k) and an employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Sick and vacation pay.

What This Job Offers

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