Cook 1 - FT Academic Year

Husson University; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Husson University in Bangor, ME is seeking a team-oriented culinary assistant to help with basic food preparation and service. Compensation is based on experience and qualifications provided on the application.

The role includes serving meals, maintaining quantities for large groups, and assisting with catered events and retail operations while guiding student employees. A neat appearance and proper uniform are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of culinary experience preferred.
• Serve-Safe certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic food preparation and service of meals.
• Serve and maintain food quantities for large numbers of people.
• Assist with general cleaning in dining area and kitchen.
• Set up, break down and maintain independent serveries.
• Provide assistance with catered functions and retail operations.
• Provide guidance to student employees.
• Be well groomed and wear the proper issued uniform.
• Assist with stocking as requested.
• Assist with dishwashing as requested.
• Participate in training and other departmental functions.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working in a team environment, with a great group of individuals in a vibrant University setting?

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications provided on the application.

Example of Duties

• The overall purpose of this job is to assist in the basic food preparation and service of meals.
• Serve and maintain food quantities for large numbers of people.
• Assist with general cleaning chores in the dining area and kitchen.
• Set up, break down and maintain independent serveries.
• Provide assistance with catered functions and retail operations.
• Provide guidance to student employees.
• Be well groomed and wear the proper issued uniform.
• Assist with stocking as requested.
• Assist with dishwashing as requested.
• Participate in training, as well as other departmental function requirements.
• Other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience: Six months of culinary experience preferred

• Ability to operate and maintain production equipment.
• Basic knife skills.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods.
• Knowledge of proper/safe time and temperature for food handling.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Must have good customer service skills.
• Ability to work well independently as well as within a team.
• Serve-Safe Certified, or the ability to become certified.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 50 pounds
• Occasionally push and pull equipment on wheels that weighs up to 150 pounds

Supplemental Information

HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
**Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.**
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