Grill Cook - Cheyney University Marcus Foster

Austin Grill LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Grill LLC is seeking a skilled Cook to join our dynamic Dining Services team at Cheyney University. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking diverse menu items, managing your cooking station, and ensuring food quality. The ideal candidate should have experience as a line cook, excellent organizational abilities, and be adaptable to high-volume settings.

This position involves working flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays. Join us in creating delicious meals for our college community!

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or similar role.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook diverse menu items following recipes.
• Manage a cooking station, ensuring timely ingredient preparation.
• Monitor food quality, adjust as needed, and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation

Job description

Overview

Cheyney University is seeking a skilled and reliable Cook to join our dynamic Dining Services team. As a Cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing and cooking delicious and nutritious meals for the college community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook diverse menu items following recipes.
• Manage a cooking station, ensuring timely ingredient preparation.
• Monitor food quality, adjust as needed, and maintain a clean workspace.
• Assist in inventory control, reporting shortages, and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team, chefs, and dining staff for smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or similar role.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and the capacity to handle a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.

Physical Requirements

• Cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and holidays.
• Stand for extended periods of time and navigate occasional wet or greasy floor conditions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (food product cases, bulk ingredients, kitchen equipment).
• Work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment.
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.