High-Volume Kitchen Lead: Cook II (Commissary)

Montana State University; Bozeman, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University’s Culinary Services is hiring a Cook II to work in the commissary kitchen, producing high-volume batches and adhering to recipes and safety standards.

The role requires leadership of a shift, training student staff, maintaining quality and accurate records, and collaborating with a team to serve campus dining operations.

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm; hourly, non-exempt; MSU supports equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a high volume restaurant or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading and training staff.
• Experience providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Cook in commissary kitchen to produce high-volume batches per recipes and SOPs.
• Lead a shift and provide direction/training for students and temporary staff.
• Ensure quality product with proper portion control for packaging.
• Maintain sanitation per FDA codes and MSU policies.
• Assist with inventory, waste control, and record-keeping at station.
• Develop and test recipes seasonally and adapt to requests.
• Perform general kitchen duties and assist during high-volume periods.
• Contribute to team effort and support department mission.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Leadership/training

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Inventory control

Job description

Montana State University’s Culinary Services is hiring a Cook II to work in the commissary kitchen, producing high-volume batches and adhering to recipes and safety standards.

The role requires leadership of a shift, training student staff, maintaining quality and accurate records, and collaborating with a team to serve campus dining operations.

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm; hourly, non-exempt; MSU supports equal opportunity employment.