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Cook - Village Kitchen

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$15–$16.50 Per Hour
SKILLS
Athletics, Background Investigation, Bakery, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, English Language, Entrepreneurship, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Management, Food Flavor, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Services, Genetics, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Military, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Restaurant, Retail, Security Clearance, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, University/School Policies, Warehousing
LOCATION
Kennesaw, GA
POSTED
Today
About UsAre you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!LocationOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.Job SummaryAssists with all aspects of food preparation as part of the culinary team. Assists with gathering food items, reading recipes, and constructing food items. Ensures quality controls and recipe standardization are in compliance with approved standards. Monitors and enforces food sanitization and safety standards. Based on business need and as directed by the leader, may work in front or back of house operations.ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Cleans and preps fresh produce2. Preps and properly cooks raw ingredients for use following proper food handling and safety guidelines3. Gathers, weighs, measures, and assembles all ingredients for recipes4. Reads and follows recipes5. Ensures food quality through tasting6. Constructs food items per guidelines7. Sets up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment8. Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for food preparation9. Completes food temperature checks before service and as needed per established guidelines10. Maintains daily production records11. Maintains and operates equipment according to approved safety standards12. Stores food properly and safely, following established guidelines marking the date and item, etc.13. At the direction of leadership, acts as a lead in the absence of the lead roleRequired QualificationsEducational RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentOther Required QualificationsServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hireRequired ExperienceOne (1) year of experience working in food handling at a retail, food service, bakery, warehouse or grocery establishment or the successful completion of a qualified culinary program.Preferred QualificationsPreferred Educational QualificationsCulinary degree or certificate from a culinary arts programPreferred ExperiencePrevious experience working in a food service establishment, restaurant or large-scale production kitchenProposed SalaryThe salary range for this position is $15.00 to $16.50 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/benefitsKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESMust maintain a high degree of personal hygiene, appearance and cleanlinessSupports food safety and quality control trainingAble to be courteous and dependableAble to work with diverse populationAble to work non-traditional shifts (evenings, nights and/or weekends)Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlinesSKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skillsIntermediate knife skillsBasic skills with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquetteUSG Core ValuesThe 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 USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Employment OpportunityKennesaw 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 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu, or by making a report at InformationThis 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 travelThis position does not require security clearance.Background Check* Standard EnhancedPer 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.

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