Position Summary
The General Cook is a culinary professional who is responsible for preparing and cooking sauces soups entrees vegetables cold foods and any other menu items. Responsible for food safety and sanitation. Assists Chefs and Assistant Chefs as needed and may be the lead cook during a shift. This person will work with management and coworkers to instill and foster the value of the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission Statement. This person will focus on our Core Values : Safety and Sanitation Friendly Courteous Service Quality Meticulous Attention to Detail and Safety. All of our associates should improve our systems and overall operation. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova Universitys mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand respect and can contribute to the Universitys mission and values.
Duties And Responsibilities
Follows recipes and produces food items as assigned by the chef. Maintains proper food temperatures and appearance of food. Records and maintains food production records. Responsible for gathering ingredients needed for food production. Verifies all portion sizes quality standards department polices and procedures and core values are adhered to with the rest of the culinary team. Responsible for proper storage of leftovers. Responsible for opening and closing procedures in the kitchen for the unit. Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing equipment. Works special functions and catering events as needed by the department. Performs other duties and assists with projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge of food preparation including sauces and soups food safety and sanitation procedure 3 years of culinary experience in restaurants or college/university setting. Basic reading and writing skills. Ability to follow written recipes. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision Operate all kitchen equipment including set up operation break down. Proper knife skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Culinary certification and Serv Safe certification preferred. Tools machinery and equipment used: All kitchen equipment
Work Schedule
fulltime/12months