Cook

Tri Delta; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, & v

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Daytime schedule

Job summary

Tri Delta’s CHI Mississippi-OXFORD chapter is seeking a full-time, hourly Cook to join the kitchen team. You will prepare meals with the Chef, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support pantry operations to ensure a premier living experience for Tri Delta members.

The role requires 2+ years of kitchen experience, ServSafe certification preferred, and the ability to work daytime shifts with 40 hours per week and potential overtime. On-site position in Oxford, MS.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related kitchen experience.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Able to operate a computer including MS Office and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in collaboration with the Chef and kitchen staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen daily.
• Manage pantry stock, supplies, and equipment under supervision.
• Assist in ordering and receiving food supplies as needed.
• Schedule and supervise kitchen staff and reconcile expenditures.

Skills

Customer service

Safety standards

English proficiency

Teamwork

Discretion and judgement

Education

ServSafe Certified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CHI Mississippi - OXFORD, MS 38655
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Job is advertised by The Chi chapter of Tri Delta at the University of Mississippi. It is a full time, hourly, seasonal position as a Cook. The role will collaborate with the Chef and kitchen to prepare all meals and operate a clean & safe kitchen in order to create a premier living experience for Tri Delta's collegiate members.

Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Seasonal
Location: On-site
Supervised by: House Director & Head Chef
Supervises: Kitchen Assistants

Why work for Tri Delta?

• Excellent work environment and mission driven culture


• Daytime working hours


• Five 8 hour shifts per week for Lunch and Dinner - 40 hours per week with the potential for overtime


• Paid Vacation & Holidays - 40 hours per semester


• Benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, & vision), retirement, & life insurance


• Work only when the university is in session

Kitchen Management

• Thoroughly check and store food and supplies that are delivered to the facility and promptly remit any purchase orders or purchase receipts from the food vendor to the supervisor


• Collaborate with the supervisor to establish an orderly environment of the kitchen


• Ensure that the kitchen is clean daily, orderly and free from unnecessary hazards and dangers; regularly clean kitchen supplies, dishes, and utensils after use


• Prohibit residents from loitering in the kitchen


• Properly care for supplies and leftovers


• Ensure trash receptacles are emptied daily


• Manages the use and distribution pantry stock, kitchen supplies and equipment


• Report to the supervisor any action necessary to properly maintain the kitchen and its equipment; Advise when items or supplies need to be replaced and/or repaired and recommend capital improvements as needed throughout the year and when requested by the house corporation

Safety & Security

• Maintains safety, security, and emergency support for the kitchen environment to comply with all local, state and federal ordinances and adheres to food safety best practices


• Promptly notify the supervisor of any maintenance problems or unsafe conditions in or around the kitchen


• Observe kitchen and chapter rules, as determined by the chapter and house director


• Notify supervisor of any accidents or injuries while on duty, immediately

Administrative/General Responsibilities

• Reconcile and report all kitchen expenditures as outlined by the supervisor; operate within specified operating budget for meals and kitchen


• Follow expense approval and expense reporting processes and procedures


• Plans and manages the work schedule for the kitchen staff


• Submit work hours for payroll through an online payroll system


• Refrain from the use of alcohol or drugs in and around the chapter territory


• Attend scheduled staff meetings and any requested training sessions

Employee Relationships & Expectations

• Offer logistical support for chapter priorities, programs, initiatives


• Maintains vendor relationships for the procurement of all goods and services necessary for the efficient operation of the kitchen


• Promptly notify supervisor and/or house director of any maintenance problems or unsafe conditions in or around the kitchen


• Observe kitchen, dining and chapter rules, as determined by the chapter, chef, and house director (varies by location)


• Maintain a professional relationship with all chapter members and residents, employees, and volunteers


• Notify supervisor and/or house director of any accidents or injuries while on duty, immediately

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience


• Possesses a specialty or advanced certification in culinary arts or equivalent experience


• Possesses staff relations, customer service, and safety standards skills


• Possesses skills to operate a computer including web browsing, email, and Microsoft Office products


• Meet specified physical requirements of lifting no more than 40 lbs, standing for long periods of time, and use of hands to handle and control tools


• Ability to speak and read English


• Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgement in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred ServSafe Certified

Important Considerations

We do require successful completion of a background check and drug test. If this is a concern, please discuss it with the hiring team during your first interview. Tri Delta does NOT use AI or algorithm based tools in our hiring process.

Tri Delta’s employees are called to kindness, appreciate each other’s unique abilities, and value diverse perspectives. We welcome candidates with a wide range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. At Tri Delta, we don’t just accept differences–we celebrate and support the diverse backgrounds and skills of our employees and believe that they make us stronger. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.