Senior Cook & Dessert Production Lead

Brown University; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University seeks a Second Cook for its Dining Services team to support production and catering operations. The role builds on Cook responsibilities with higher level tasks, trains lower classification staff, and ensures timely preparation of the menu and catered events.

The position requires adherence to safety and sanitation standards, ability to organize production schedules, and a RI Food Safety Certification. Work is on-site, 40 hours per week, with summer weeks off as described.

Qualifications

• Requires RI Food Safety Certification.
• Guides and trains lower classification production staff.
• Anticipates needs and ensures availability of raw products.
• Demonstrates understanding of dessert preparation and basic baking techniques.
• Maintains high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Performs Cook-level tasks at a higher level with minimal supervision.
• Guides and trains lower classification staff in task accomplishment.
• Assists in catering and desserts preparation as needed.
• Maintains production scheduling awareness and service readiness.
• Works across campus for catered events as required.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Production scheduling

Baking techniques & dessert prep

Food safety & sanitation

Work under minimal supervision

Education

RI Food Safety Certification

Job description

Brown University seeks a Second Cook for its Dining Services team to support production and catering operations. The role builds on Cook responsibilities with higher level tasks, trains lower classification staff, and ensures timely preparation of the menu and catered events.

The position requires adherence to safety and sanitation standards, ability to organize production schedules, and a RI Food Safety Certification. Work is on-site, 40 hours per week, with summer weeks off as described.