Senior Kitchen Lead — Training & HACCP

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meal

Training opportunities

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is hiring a Senior Cook in Arcata, CA. This full-time role involves leading cooking activities, preparing menu items, and ensuring safe, high-quality food service in a university setting.

Applicants should have experience overseeing kitchen staff and adhering to established recipes while maintaining HACCP and sanitation standards. The position offers training opportunities and a shift meal benefit.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing cooking activities and food service staff.
• Ability to prepare items from established menu.
• Familiarity with health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cooking activities of food service staff as assigned by Food Service Director.
• Prepare entrees and menu items following recipes.
• Operate and clean equipment; perform routine cleaning.
• Label, date, and store food items; maintain storage areas.
• Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety and quality.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations and procedures.
• Maintain daily production records and documentation.
• Assist in cross-training of employees.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Cooking supervision

Food service leadership

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is hiring a Senior Cook in Arcata, CA. This full-time role involves leading cooking activities, preparing menu items, and ensuring safe, high-quality food service in a university setting.

Applicants should have experience overseeing kitchen staff and adhering to established recipes while maintaining HACCP and sanitation standards. The position offers training opportunities and a shift meal benefit.