Primary Location:

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Secondary Location:

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. 

This position is supporting Dunkin' location within the Student Center, however, this position may be expected to support other retail outlets within the location. 

Oversees the handling and preparation of food and performs general cooking duties for dining halls, retail locations and/or catering events. Oversees food quality, safety and sanitation for the production area. Supports Sous Chef in execution of station checklists, staff oversight, maintaining high food standards and other duties related to kitchen cleanliness and organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists in overseeing staff in assigned area

2. Performs general cooking and/or baking duties per established guidelines and assigned location(s)

3. Leads continuous training in food preparation techniques, safety and quality control

4. Assists Sous Chef in testing and implementing new recipes to the menu

5. Assists Sous Chef with menu development

6. Ensures a high food quality following established regulations and guidelines, including tasting food for quality control

7. Performs other preparation and sanitation duties as required

8. Leads the preparation of bakery and station items from scratch

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications
Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire

Required Experience
Two (2) years of related cooking and/or baking experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Technical training in commercial food service preferred

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Culinary degree or certificate from a culinary arts program

Preferred Experience
Previous lead or supervisor experience in a restaurant or food service location
Previous experience in an institutional or commercial operation

The salary range for this position is $20.00 to $22.00 based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits

ABILITIES
Able to maintain a neat and professional appearance
Able to lead by example
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of food service terminology
Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation regulations and food handling procedures

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Basic computer skills for applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.  Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.  Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf