Head Cook

SUNY Delhi; Village of Delhi (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in campus services is seeking a dedicated Head Cook to oversee food production and maintain high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment. This role involves supervising assistant cooks, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, and providing training in culinary techniques. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all customers. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable in food service safety and sanitation.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food production and maintain quality standards.
• Delegate tasks and supervise assistant cooks effectively.
• Ensure sanitation and safety standards are upheld.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety and Sanitation

Supervision

Fast Food Cooking

Commercial Kitchen Equipment Operation

Education

Food Service Sanitation Course

Tools

Commercial Deep Fryers

Grills

Pizza Oven

Micro-Cash Register

Job description

The College Association at Delhi, Inc. (CADI) provides many campus services including dining and catering services, Campus Store, vending, Delhi Dollars Accounts and accounting services for Student Associations. CADI is a not-for-profit auxiliary corporation serving the SUNY Delhi community. CADI is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of students, faculty and administrators.

CADI is dedicated to supporting the success of SUNY Delhi, and each and every student through all its endeavors and programs. The Association and all of its employees are dedicated to the core mission of providing the highest quality dining and catering services for the best value in a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all of its customers.

Job Description:

HEAD COOK

Overseeing the production of foods for the shift according to standards issued by the unit manager, assistant unit manager, chef and general supervisor maintaining a high standard of quality.

Delegate work to assistant cooks with regard to stations and production. Will provide direct supervision to assistant cooks.

Check food in for the next shift's meals.

Fill reports concerning usage of product in all areas as well as making notes concerning production of foods for said meal.

Provide direction and structure for assistant cooks assigned to the various stations.

Assist Assistant Cooks in providing training to the student employees.

Assist Assistant Cooks in learning proper service/cooking techniques where applicable.

Assist unit manager, assistant unit manager, chef and general supervisor in upholding all policies and procedures as instituted by CADI and/or SUNY Delhi.

Obtain feedback from Assistant Cooks and students to ascertain optimal usage of product in various stations.

Maintain standards of sanitation, safety and cleanliness at all times.

Maintain good working relationships among employees.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.

Will be required to attend a food service sanitation course.

May be called upon to perform other duties not specifically described here.

Requirements:

Must be able to cook in a fast food environment.

Must be able to operate commercial deep fryers, grills, pizza oven and kitchen equipment.

Must be able to operate a micro-cash register and compute correct change to customers.

Must be able to work independently and supervise others.

Must be able to follow standardized recipes, resulting in a quality-finished product, as assigned according to specific area.

Must be knowledgeable and practicing in food service safety and sanitation.

Must have working knowledge of fundamental culinary skills.

Additional Information:

• $20.54/hour
• Available Shifts
• Full-Time: variable in catering
• CSEA Local 628
• Work 32 weeks per year when SUNY Delhi is in session.
• CADI & SUNY Delhi have a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and Cultural Diversity. The College welcomes responses from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
• CADI & SUNY Delhi are committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.