Community Table Cook (004046)

Middlebury College; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Middlebury College is seeking a temporary part-time food service associate to support Retail Food Operations, including food production and front-of-house tasks. Weekday lunch hours required, non-benefits eligible, with starting pay of $20.52–$25.13 per hour.

You will prepare various foods, maintain safety and sanitation, and assist with occasional alcohol service and cash handling. Qualifications include at least 18 years old, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 3 years in food service (or

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in food service or related field, or an education/experience mix.
• Good communication and ability to follow instructions in a team setting.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Knowledge of proper food equipment operation, maintenance, and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other foods for cooking on a range and equipment.
• Lead food production, including cutting and prep of vegetables, meats, and cheeses.
• Follow standard portion sizes, methods, quality standards, and procedures.
• Occasionally serve alcohol to a diverse population in accordance with Vermont laws.
• Occasionally assist with POS and FOH operations, including cash operations.
• Observe safe food handling, assist with receiving and deliveries.
• Maintain sanitation standards, including logs, storage, prep areas, dishes, and floors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager on duty.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Knife handling

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Supports Retail Food Operations through Community Table food production, grab-and-go support, sanitation, and

service needs. Weekday lunch-hour availability required. This is a temporary part-time, non-benefits eligible hourly

position. The minimum starting rate for the position is $20.52-$25.13.

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Lead food production work, including cutting vegetables, meats, and cheeses, along with oven and toaster preparation.
• Follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• May occasionally serve alcohol to a diverse population in accordance with Vermont DLC laws and certification requirements.
• May occasionally work POS and assist with FOH operations, including basic cash operations.
• Observe proper food storage and handling procedures to ensure a safe and sanitary work environment; assist with receiving and deliveries.
• Maintain BOH sanitation standards, including temp logs, cleaning checklists, food storage, prep areas, dishes, counters, floors, and related equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager on duty.

• Be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have 3 years of experience in food service, grocery, restaurant, or a related field; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Work cooperatively with others, accept direction from supervisors, and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Have good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions, procedures, and participate in a team environment.
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
• Knowledge of proper operation, maintenance, and cleaning of food equipment preferred.
• Ability to properly and safely handle knives and other cutting equipment.
• Knowledge of proper safe food handling practices required; ServSafe certification preferred.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours continuously, as well as frequent bending and overhead reaching with twisting motions. Must be able to lift 10-20lbs numerous times during the day and up to 50lbs several times each day, must be able to push and pull up to 70lbs frequently. Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values.

To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world.

Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities.

The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.