Banquet Chef

WVSOM; Lewisburg (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine seeks a Banquet Chef to assist with food production and presentation for banquets and special events, ranging from small catering to campus-wide functions. This is a temporary, on-site position paying $25 per hour up to 37.5 hours per week with no benefits.

Reports to the Director of Food and Beverage. Review of applications begins immediately, with background checks and credential verification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• WV Food Handler’s Permit required
• Associate degree or equivalent strongly preferred
• Experience in high-volume dining, preferably fine dining
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong communication and professional demeanor
• Basic math skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for events.
• Determine proper food preparation through smell, taste, and adjustments.
• Ensure proper food handling and storage; review menus and catering worksheets.
• Communicate food quality issues and substitutions to the Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knife handling

Culinary skills

Mathematical ability

Kitchen production

Lifting up to 50lbs

Organization skills

Professional appearance

Education

High School or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine ( WVSOM ) seeks a skilled Banquet Chef to assist with the production and presentation of food served at banquets and special events for WVSOM as needed. Functions that the Banquet Chef will assist with range from small catering events to large campus-wide functions (i.e. Graduation, Alumni Weekend, White Coat Ceremony, etc.). This position is a temporary position with a pay of $25 per hour, up to 37.5 hours per week as needed; no benefits.
This position will report to the Director of Food and Beverage.

Review of applications will begin immediately and candidates are subject to employment and credential verification, reference and background checks. All applications are confidential.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position requires the preparation of food and serve customers for events as needed;
• Determine proper food preparation through smelling, tasting, and piercing making adjustments as needed;
• Ensure proper food handling and storage; review menus and catering worksheets prior to events for variety and quantity as needed;
• Communicate food quality issues, food shortages or necessary substitutions to the Director or Assistant Director as needed;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Percentage

Percentage 100

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education High School or GED

Required Licenses/Certification

Successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED , though an associate degree (or equivalent) is strongly preferred. A WV Food Handler’s Permit is also required.

Skills Required

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor in any communication capacity (written or verbal), along with excellent communication skills;
• Intermediate to advanced knife handling skills.
• Advanced culinary skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of kitchen production techniques.
• Ability to use commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to plan, organize and set priorities.
• Ability to present a professional positive appearance and attitude at all times.

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed

Type of experience Needed Recent and Related Experience in a high volume dining environment (preferably fine dining)

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years) Over 3 years, up to 4 years

Type of experience Needed

Type of experience Needed Customer Service Experience

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

Application Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Transcripts Undergraduate
• Transcripts Other
• Portfolio

WVSOM
400 Lee Street North
Lewisburg WV 24901