Part-Time Cook

Part-time cooks follow basic recipes primarily requiring grilling, deep frying, and assembly techniques. They produce high-quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to recipes and safety and sanitation procedures.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Essential Functions:

Prepares food items to specifications using grilling, deep frying, and assembly cooking techniques.
Follows guidelines, policies, and procedures as set forth by the Department, including uniform dress code and hygiene.
Follows "Serve Safe guidelines" in regard to food preparation and service, always performing job duties in a safe, sanitary, and cautious manner, remembering the safety of self and others.
Ensures that products are prepared and rotated FIFO so as to reduce waste.
Set up and clean up of the kitchen and any designated refrigerated or storage areas. Cleans counters and floors.
Proper labeling and rotating of all stock and products. Proper holding and serving temperatures of all products
Notifies Lead, Full, or other Part-Time cook of any shortages or quality issues.
Under supervision, operates standard cooking equipment such as mixers, steamers, toasters, choppers, fryers, ovens and stoves.
Assists in other areas of the Department as needed and performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Shifts are available based on Dining Services needs, which can consist of day, evening, and weekend shifts. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position with a maximum of 29 hours per week and fewer than 999 hours per anniversary year. This position does not guarantee 29 hours per week; schedules are determined based on the needs of the venue and may vary accordingly.

Pay Range:

The range for this position is $17.75 - 18.10 per hour.

Offers are based on factors such as qualifications and relevant experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED preferred. ServSafe certification or willingness to acquire within a year of employment date.
Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment. Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and provide responses in writing.
Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications is also required
Must be committed to following departmental standards and guidelines to ensure the safety of self and others.
Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Optional materials include: Resume, Names and contact information for three professional references

Application instructions for internal and external candidates can be found at: http://www.wlu.edu/employment-opportunities

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204 W Washington St, Lexington, VA 24450, USA

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