Cook III

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University seeks a Cook III for its PantherDining catering service. This role includes overseeing food quality, assisting with station organization, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates will have significant kitchen experience and the ability to train others in a fast-paced environment, while providing excellent service.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Generous benefits including health, dental, vision, and tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience required.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Flexible schedule required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees food quality and organization of stations.
• Tests new recipes and ensures accurate service records.
• Trains staff and adheres to health and safety standards.

Skills

Advanced knife skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the internal and external community we serve!

PantherDining - Cateringat Georgia State University is seeking to hire aCook III.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position oversees food quality and organization of stations. Assists on stations, prepares and follows daily prep sheets and recipes according to Chefs/FoodPro, monitors product on lines. Maintains a high degree of pace and intensity for long periods of time and strong time awareness and management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintains and ensures staff utilizes LeanPath; advanced knife and safety skills.
• Tests new recipes and recipe corrections. Submits to correct staff member.
• Ensures FoodPro service records are thoroughly accurate and completed.
• Utilizes FIFO inventory practices, correct product labeling, and storage guidelines.
• Inspects and assists in maintaining food storage areas to reduce food waste and makes sure areas are in compliance with health code guidelines.
• Reports to proper staff member equipment concerns; assists in ordering.
• Extensive knowledge of facility, FoodPro, LeanPath, equipment, and policies in order to cross train staff. Participates and supports effective training program in accordance with the mission and vision of the department.
• Participates in departmental menu committee and ongoing development of menu.
• Excels in teamwork. Adheres to set guidelines, policies, and time schedules.
• Ensures the success of the next shift by completing prep and refilling lines before the next shift takes over; assists in other areas as requested.
• Works stations with a friendly and welcoming attitude. Responsible for the proper training of staff per guidelines.
• Reviews station checklists, side duties, and special clean ups are completed as assigned and to the expectation of the department.
• Ensures food quality and safety requirements are met in accordance to all standards.
• Continuous training and development for team and self.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Description

Cook III

PantherDining - Catering

Georgia State University

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the internal and external community we serve!

PantherDining - Cateringat Georgia State University is seeking to hire aCook III.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position oversees food quality and organization of stations. Assists on stations, prepares and follows daily prep sheets and recipes according to Chefs/FoodPro, monitors product on lines. Maintains a high degree of pace and intensity for long periods of time and strong time awareness and management.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintains and ensures staff utilizes LeanPath; advanced knife and safety skills.
• Tests new recipes and recipe corrections. Submits to correct staff member.
• Ensures FoodPro service records are thoroughly accurate and completed.
• Utilizes FIFO inventory practices, correct product labeling, and storage guidelines.
• Inspects and assists in maintaining food storage areas to reduce food waste and makes sure areas are in compliance with health code guidelines.
• Reports to proper staff member equipment concerns; assists in ordering.
• Extensive knowledge of facility, FoodPro, LeanPath, equipment, and policies in order to cross train staff. Participates and supports effective training program in accordance with the mission and vision of the department.
• Participates in departmental menu committee and ongoing development of menu.
• Excels in teamwork. Adheres to set guidelines, policies, and time schedules.
• Ensures the success of the next shift by completing prep and refilling lines before the next shift takes over; assists in other areas as requested.
• Works stations with a friendly and welcoming attitude. Responsible for the proper training of staff per guidelines.
• Reviews station checklists, side duties, and special clean ups are completed as assigned and to the expectation of the department.
• Ensures food quality and safety requirements are met in accordance to all standards.
• Continuous training and development for team and self.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous higher education foodservice experience.
• ServSafe certified.
• Physical Requirements: Extended standing, walking, ability to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders.
• Ability to work in all temperature conditions.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.

College/Business Unit
Open until filled

College/Business Unit: Auxiliary & Support Services
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 06/04/25, 8:05:00 PM

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