Lead Cook: High-Volume Kitchen Leader (Evening/Weekend)

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Uniform Provided

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Cook to assist Sous Chefs in food preparation, ensuring safety standards and high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of cooking experience, the ability to lead and train staff, and knowledge of food safety protocols. Benefits include a comprehensive medical plan, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Join a dynamic team in a vital role that supports our dining services.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Cook in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining.
• Experience training or leading staff in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chefs in daily food production and planning.
• Lead staff in preparing food for all meals and ensure food safety compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Experience as a Cook

Training or leading staff

Operating cooking equipment

Following recipes

Completion of Food Safety Training

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Cook to assist Sous Chefs in food preparation, ensuring safety standards and high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of cooking experience, the ability to lead and train staff, and knowledge of food safety protocols. Benefits include a comprehensive medical plan, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Join a dynamic team in a vital role that supports our dining services.