Cook ( Morning Shift)

University of Mount Saint Vincent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Pension plan

Job summary

A private liberal arts university in New York is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook food, ensure food safety, and provide excellent customer service. The candidate will perform various tasks including taking orders, maintaining cleanliness, and handling food according to hygiene standards. Responsibilities include cooking efficiently and resolving customer issues, with a focus on teamwork and adherence to safety protocols. The role requires a high school diploma and previous cooking experience, offering a pay rate of $20 - $22 per hour with benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment.
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations.
• Ability to move and/or lift 50lbs and stand/walk for the entire shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food according to company recipes and standards.
• Takes customer orders and cooks food with short preparation times.
• Maintains cleanliness and order of equipment, supplies, and utensils.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts University. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student's education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Union

This position is part of union Local 100

Shift

Sunday - Thursday; 6am - 2pm

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food according to company recipes and standards
• Takes customer orders and cooks food with short preparation times
• Assembles orders from the steam table and serves customers
• Transports food between workstations, stove, and refrigerator

Food Safety/Sanitation

• Ensures proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, following HACCP standards
• Maintains cleanliness and order of equipment, supplies, and utensils
• Handles food appropriately during preparation
• Follows approved recipes and production standards
• Cleans equipment and workstation regularly

Customer Service

• Represents the company in a courteous and efficient manner
• Greets and serves customers quickly, ensuring satisfaction and resolving complaints
• Understands daily menu items and communicates them accurately
• Maintains attractive food displays and efficient serving lines

Physical Safety

• Adheres to sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment
• Immediately cleans up spills

Standards

• Completes assigned tasks on time, following department standards
• Notifies supervisors when supplies are low
• Adheres to company attendance, punctuality, and appearance standards
• Works well with coworkers, avoiding conflicts, and assists as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Drivers License
• Previous work experience as a cook
• Hands-on experience with brewing equipment
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations
• Basic math skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to move and/or lift 50lbs and stand/walk for the entire shift

Benefits

The allotted hourly range is $20 - $22 per hour

• Paid Time off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Pension plan