Senior Food Service Associate

Stanford University School of Medicine; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking a kitchen/catering professional for Residential & Dining Enterprises. The role involves hot and cold food preparation, strong customer service, and adherence to safety standards on site.

Multiple shifts are available; the position is essential and onsite with flexible hours as outlined by the union contract. Two years of kitchen experience or equivalent is required, along with the ability to read recipes, operate a computerized ordering system, and obtain a

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in kitchen preparation and cooking or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience.
• Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions, read safety guidelines, and communicate with customers.
• Ability to utilize computerized ordering system including entering and reading orders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain California Food Handler Training Certificate.
• If handling food, California Food Handler Training Certificate within 90 days of hire.
• If performing drop-off or delivery services, valid California Non-commercial Class Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food according to recipes and production sheets.
• Assist in determining amounts to be prepared including batch sizes.
• Test food items for texture, temperature, doneness and flavor.
• Check food supplies needed to ensure availability. Order supplies from storeroom when needed.
• Ensure food for following day is labeled and stored properly.
• Selects, stores and records leftovers; maintain cleanliness of work areas.
• Assist customers with specific dietary restrictions.
• Adhere to safety rules and health standards.

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Reading recipes

Education

Two years’ kitchen experience or equivalent education

Tools

Computerized ordering system

California Food Handler Training

Job description

Stanford University is seeking a kitchen/catering professional for Residential & Dining Enterprises. The role involves hot and cold food preparation, strong customer service, and adherence to safety standards on site.

Multiple shifts are available; the position is essential and onsite with flexible hours as outlined by the union contract. Two years of kitchen experience or equivalent is required, along with the ability to read recipes, operate a computerized ordering system, and obtain a