Cook 1 - Part Time Academic Year

Husson University; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Husson University is seeking a Culinary Assistant to join their vibrant community in Bangor, Maine. The position involves food preparation, serving meals, and providing guidance to student employees. Applicants should possess a high school diploma and ideally six months of culinary experience. Key skills include basic knife skills, equipment operation, and customer service. Serve-Safe certification is preferred. A supportive team environment and the opportunity to participate in catering functions are offered.

Qualifications

• Six months of culinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 and other departmental function requirements.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

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

Good customer service skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Serve-Safe Certified

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Working in a team environment, with a great group of individuals in a vibrant University setting? If you’d like to join the Husson Community, review the job description below and apply now! Compensation is based on experience and qualifications provided on the application.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education & Experience

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience: Six months of culinary experience preferred

Qualifications

• 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

HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.