Assistant Chef

Job Description

The Assistant Chef is responsible for the preparation of cooked foods in support of a dining operation that serves students, staff, faculty and guests of the university. Operates as part of the culinary management team and is responsible for a complete knowledge of food preparation and function of all stations within the operation; knowledge and skill in food presentation and the utilization of proper methods; understands methods of proper timing to ensure that freshly cooked products are ready for continuous service is paramount; steps in and adds support to any station to ensure proper finish and timely service is the key duty of this position; performs special functions and events; work schedule will include afternoon and evening hours; acts as primary culinary manager in absence of the Unit Chef.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors degree in culinary arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 2 years culinary experience.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelors degree in culinary arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience; 2 years culinary experience; knowledge of ServSafe or similar food safety program; knowledge of HACCP procedures, knowledge of all kitchen equipment; must be proficient in recipe and menu creation; must be able to train and work with both students and regular employees; ability to lift 50 lbs.; successful completion of a background check.

Desired: 2-4 years culinary experience; minimum (6) months supervisory experience; knowledge of Jamix desired; experience in a high-volume food operation; experience in catering, fast casual, or cafeteria style dining operations; ServeSafe certification.

The Ohio State Universitys Student Life Dining Services is a premier campus dining department dedicated to serving students, staff, faculty and guests. Critical to the Residential Experience, Dining Services administers the student meal plan to approximately 15,000 residential students on the Columbus, Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster campuses.

The hiring range for this position is $18.37 - $23.99 per hour.

Student Life Mission Statement: The Office of Student Life fosters students development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Function: Food Service

Sub-Function: Food Production

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S2