Posting Summary
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Specialty Food Project Assistant for the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) Food Innovation Center. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Ensures judging samples are perfectly timed to stay hot or cold maintaining quality and safety standards. Directs and coordinates others to assist with judging activities and logistics. Supports scheduling and preparation for SOFI Awards judging. Prepares organizes and maintains materials for judging activities. Tracks project progress and create charts to monitor status until completion. Ensures judging areas meet food safety and operational standards. Communicates effectively with team members and participants. Unpacks stores and organizes incoming shipments for judging. Manages project inventory ensuring accurate tracking and availability of supplies. Coordinates the timing of hot and cold food.
Overview
Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the State of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years Rutgers is ranked on Forbes list of Americas Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publications 2023 list. Rutgers commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe diverse and respectful workplace environment creating employment opportunities for our nations military veterans and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of related experience in restaurant kitchen management.