Assistant Chef

Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking an Assistant Chef for its Student Life | Dining Services. The role supports a dining operation serving students, staff, faculty and guests, working as part of the culinary management team to ensure timely service and high-quality meals.

The position requires a culinary degree or equivalent, 2 years of experience, ServSafe/HACCP knowledge, and the ability to train staff. The role will involve varying shifts and may include special events and catering duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years' culinary experience.
• Knowledge of ServSafe or similar food safety program.
• Knowledge of HACCP procedures, knowledge of all kitchen equipment.
• Proficient in recipe and menu creation.
• Must be able to train and work with both students and regular employees.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooked foods for the dining operation and ensure timely service.
• Operate as part of the culinary management team and maintain knowledge of all kitchen stations.
• Support stations and assist with special events and catering as needed.
• Act as primary culinary manager in absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

ServSafe knowledge

HACCP procedures

Recipe & menu creation

Train staff

Lift 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree in culinary arts

Tools

Jamix

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Chef

Department

Student Life | Dining Services

Job Description

The Assistant Chef is responsible for the preparation of cooked foods in support of a dining operation that serves students, staff, faculty and guests of the university. Operates as part of the culinary management team and is responsible for a complete knowledge of food preparation and function of all stations within the operation; knowledge and skill in food presentation and the utilization of proper methods; understands methods of proper timing to ensure that freshly cooked products are ready for continuous service is paramount; steps in and adds support to any station to ensure proper finish and timely service is the key duty of this position; performs special functions and events; work schedule will vary throughout the year; acts as primary culinary manager in absence of the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years' culinary experience
• knowledge of ServSafe or similar food safety program
• knowledge of HACCP procedures, knowledge of all kitchen equipment
• must be proficient in recipe and menu creation
• must be able to train and work with both students and regular employees
• ability to lift 50 lbs.
• successful completion of a background check

Desired:

• 2-4 years' culinary experience
• minimum (6) months supervisory experience
• knowledge of Jamix desired
• experience in a high-volume food operation
• experience in catering, fast casual, or cafeteria style dining operations
• ServeSafe certification

Additional Information

The hiring range for this position is $18.37-$23.99/hr. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the selected candidate's qualifications.

Career Roadmap Designation

https://hr.osu.edu/career-roadmap/

Function

Food Service

Sub Function

Food Production

Career Leve

S2

Student Life Mission Statement

The Office of Student Life fosters students' development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Location

Scott House (1108)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Varying Shifts

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.