Culinary Worker III: Lead Prep, Cook & Kitchen Ops

Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Carbondale (IL)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Southern Illinois University at Carbondale is seeking staff for food preparation and service duties. The position involves preparing a wide range of menu items from standardized recipes, cooking using various methods, and ensuring kitchen cleanliness and safety under supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of related experience, and a valid Illinois Food Handler Certification.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One (1) year (12 months) of work experience that is comparable to that described in the lower level of this series
  • Illinois Department of Public Health, Food Handler Training Certification (from an ANSI-accredited trainer)

Responsibilities

  • Prepares food by various methods with a full variety of menu items from standardized recipes and cycle menus
  • Cooks food items including grilling, baking, braising, frying, and deep frying
  • Performs recipe construction and sizing for meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, soups, gravies, and vegan/vegetarian items
  • Bakes bread, rolls, pastries, from scratch or mix
  • Cooks quantities based on portions to be served per menus and dietary restrictions
  • Cleans and inspects equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness and safety
  • Oversees and directs activities of workers in meal preparation and serving; trains employees
  • Compiles and maintains records of food use, inventory, and reports; plans disposal of leftovers with supervisor approval
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Southern Illinois University at Carbondale is seeking staff for food preparation and service duties. The position involves preparing a wide range of menu items from standardized recipes, cooking using various methods, and ensuring kitchen cleanliness and safety under supervision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of related experience, and a valid Illinois Food Handler Certification.

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