Lead Cook

2 weeks ago

St Louis, United States University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Full time


Lead Cook

Job Details
Job Location : UHSP main campus - St. Louis, MO
Position Type : Staff (Full-time)
Education Level : High School
Salary Range : $20.00 - $24.00
Travel Percentage : None
Job Shift : Day shift
Job Category : Dining and Food Services

Summary
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy is looking for a Lead Cook. This position leads the kitchen staff prepare dining hall and catering meals for a small close knit University in-house dining services team. Responsibility for directing kitchen staff to complete assigned work, while spending a large amount of time directly responsible for prep and cooking; may support ordering and supplies. This is a full-time, hourly, four-day, August through May position entitled to University insurance, retirement and time off benefits. Regular schedule is Sunday 9:00am to 7:00pm, Monday and Tuesday 8:00am to 7:30pm, and Wednesday 8:00am to 3:00pm. The University is located in St. Louis in the middle of the Washington University medical campus near public transportation.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Directs regular and customary tasks of kitchen staff
  • Manages the operation in conjunction with management
  • Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
  • Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
  • Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
  • Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to guests.
  • Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
  • Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
  • Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
  • Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
  • Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
  • Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs.
  • Other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • Previous experience in foodservice/food preparation
  • Three (3) years of experience as a cook
  • Be innovative, creative and focused on quality
  • Be customer-service driven
  • Experience working in an institutional and/or contracted food service operation or similar industry preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage and maintain multiple priorities and multitask
  • Manage details for multiple orders accurately and efficiently
  • Work effectively in a typical food service environment which may include loud noises, fast paced, large numbers of people, high volume activity, etc.
If this sounds like the job for you here is information on how to apply:

Follow the simple steps to apply online. With your application, please submit a resume and cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until filled.

Benefits:

UHSP offers a great benefits package including excellent, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, University-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary coverage, retirement match, and generous parental and caregiver leave, personal and University holiday, sick and vacation time. University employees have access to library resources, fitness facilities, cafeteria and university events.

AA/EOE Statement:

University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis is proud to be recognized in 2022 as a Great College to Work For for diversity, inclusion and belonging, faculty and staff well-being and shared governance. We value the benefits of a diverse student body and workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. The University's employment policy shall be supported through a continuing affirmative action commitment that embodies the standards of equal employment opportunities for all persons. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled.

To apply, visit https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=135275&clientkey=1E3AC297F410A99B94DEBF41FE3F4AF6

University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis values the benefits of a diverse student body and workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. The University's employment policy shall be supported through a continuing affirmative action commitment that embodies the standards of equal employment opportunities for all persons. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled.

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