Catering Chef Assistant

The University of Connecticut has immediate openings for full time, non-state, union Catering Chef Assistants. Under the direction of the Catering Production Manager or their appropriate designee this position is responsible for preparing menus for all University Catering events. The University of Connecticut is a dynamic place to work with a generous benefits package that includes low cost medical and dental premiums. View our website at www.dining.uconn.edu to learn more.

Duties and Responsibilities: This position assists Chef with the preparation, set-up and service of breakfast, lunch or dinner. Assists with weekly ordering of supplies and food products, strict adherence to all sanitation and food handling procedures. Assumes same duties in another kitchen as required by staffing needs; supervises student employees as required and is responsible for adhering to all University and Dining Services policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience cooking either in an institutional setting or catering operation.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as recipes and menu print outs.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to care for, operate and maintain equipment in daily work to include slicers, dish machines, food processors, fryolators, steamers, grills and other equipment as related to preparation and serving of food items.
• Demonstrated computer experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ServSafe Certification.

This is a non-state employment position. The final candidates for this position are subject to a thorough background search and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.

The hourly rate is $20.99 with an additional $1.35 flexible shift differential.