Culinary Apprentice: Lead Prep & Plating

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH seeks a Chef Apprentice to support the Blackwell operation serving the Blackwell Inn, conference center, and Rohr Cafe. Under a Sous Chef, you will supervise a team, oversee food prep, sanitation and presentation across a station and assist with menu ideas and plating design.

You will train others on equipment, interpret recipes, and ensure consistent quality while maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional kitchen operations and safety standards.
• Ability to train and supervise student and full-time staff.
• Skill in reading recipes and measuring ingredients accurately.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, sanitation and monitoring of cooked foods in assigned area.
• Direct workflow of a team within a station; ensure quality and pace.
• Create station diagrams, daily specials, prep lists and assist menu planning.
• Interpret recipes and ensure proper use of kitchen equipment; maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Team leadership

Recipe interpretation

Menu planning

Plating design

Training others

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH seeks a Chef Apprentice to support the Blackwell operation serving the Blackwell Inn, conference center, and Rohr Cafe. Under a Sous Chef, you will supervise a team, oversee food prep, sanitation and presentation across a station and assist with menu ideas and plating design.

You will train others on equipment, interpret recipes, and ensure consistent quality while maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen.