Kitchen Specialist: Cook, Bake & Quality Control

Kennesaw State University; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

13 paid holidays

Vacation

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a kitchen/culinary leader to oversee cooking and baking duties across dining halls, retail locations, and catering events at the Marietta campus. You will supervise staff, ensure quality and sanitation, and assist in menu development under the guidance of the Sous Chef.

The role requires a high school diploma, ServSafe certification within 12 months, and at least 2 years of cooking/baking experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Two (2) years of related cooking and/or baking experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in overseeing staff in assigned area
• Performs general cooking and/or baking duties per established guidelines and assigned location(s)
• Leads continuous training in food preparation techniques, safety and quality control
• Assists Sous Chef in testing and implementing new recipes to the menu
• Assists Sous Chef with menu development
• Ensures a high food quality following established regulations and guidelines, including tasting food for quality control
• Performs other preparation and sanitation duties as required
• Leads the preparation of bakery and station items from scratch

Skills

Food service knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kennesaw State University is seeking a kitchen/culinary leader to oversee cooking and baking duties across dining halls, retail locations, and catering events at the Marietta campus. You will supervise staff, ensure quality and sanitation, and assist in menu development under the guidance of the Sous Chef.

The role requires a high school diploma, ServSafe certification within 12 months, and at least 2 years of cooking/baking experience.