Lead Campus Cook: High-Volume Kitchen

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); Denton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park seeks a skilled cook for the Denton Dining Room to prepare menu items per standard recipes, ensuring quality and safe production. The role requires attention to quantity, sanitation, and timely service.

Responsibilities include supervising food prep, training staff, and maintaining inventory and equipment sanitation; flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Three years in commercial or institutional cooking.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation methods and sanitation.
• Ability to read and follow or adjust recipes.

Responsibilities

• Oversees food preparation activities by determining work priorities and assigning tasks.
• Prepares, seasons, cooks, fries and bakes food according to standard recipes and production needs.
• Prepares food items for serving and carves portions for individuals.
• Measures and combines ingredients; adjusts recipes and production amounts as needed.
• Operates ovens, grills, toasters, fryers, mixers and other kitchen equipment.
• Provides guidance and training to subordinate personnel and ensures safety and sanitation.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Kitchen supervision

Inventory management

Job description

University of Maryland, College Park seeks a skilled cook for the Denton Dining Room to prepare menu items per standard recipes, ensuring quality and safe production. The role requires attention to quantity, sanitation, and timely service.

Responsibilities include supervising food prep, training staff, and maintaining inventory and equipment sanitation; flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.