Full Time Cook

KU Memorial Unions; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

KU Memorial Unions is looking for a Full Time Cook to join their team at Courtside Cafe. This position involves food preparation, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in commercial food service preparation is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in commercial food service preparation and handling.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and physical ability for food service demands.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and store food, adhering to safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and interact positively with customers.
• Assist in training other employees and cover different stations as needed.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

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Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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The Full Time Cook at Courtside Cafe is responsible for performing a range of food preparation duties in an assigned work area, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer service. This role involves preparing menu items according to recipes and guidelines, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the work area and equipment, and interacting positively with customers and coworkers. The specialist may also assist in training other employees as directed by the supervisor and will perform additional duties as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Knowledge:
• Prepare, cook, and properly store food following the supervisor's direction and all food safety regulations.
• Ensure that all food safety protocols are strictly adhered to, including safe handling and storage practices.
• Quality Assurance:
• Maintain a clean and organized work area with a "clean as you go" approach.
• Follow recipes precisely to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation.
• Problem-Solving & Safety:
• Adhere to guidelines for safe food handling, including taking and logging temperatures, using clean and sanitized tools, and practicing good hygiene.
• Properly store food by covering, labeling, dating, and placing it in the correct storage areas.
• Customer Service:
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences by anticipating needs and addressing any issues promptly.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience that encourages repeat business and favorable reviews.
• Communication:
• Address questions and concerns to your assigned supervisor in a timely and respectful manner.
• Maintain clear, concise, and professional communication with coworkers, both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork & Cooperation:
• Foster effective relationships with coworkers and customers, maintaining a positive and helpful attitude.
• Collaborate on group assignments and assist coworkers as needed to ensure tasks are completed successfully.
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Versatility:
• Assist in other work areas or cover different stations as needed, particularly during coworker absences.
• Participate in stocking and general cleaning tasks to support the overall upkeep of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Customer Interaction:
• Engage with customers and coworkers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Report and follow up on any customer concerns with supervisory staff to ensure satisfactory resolutions.
  

Supervision

• Reports to the assigned supervisor and may provide direction to part-time staff as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in commercial food service preparation and handling.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food service experience in a college or institutional setting.
• ServSafe certification.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills

• Understanding of materials and methods used in the preparation, holding, and serving of quality food in a dining area, as well as the use and care of appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Knowledge of health, sanitary, and safety standards and practices as they apply to food service.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions, and to train less-experienced part-time employees effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on providing excellent customer service.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of food service work, including stooping, bending, extensive walking, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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