Chef

Posting Information

Job Summary / Basic Function This is a hands on food production position with supervision responsibilities. The Chef must have the ability to work all stations in the kitchen and assume leadership of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. The Chef is directly responsible for all production on the shift assigned. The Chef must be capable of supervising the kitchen staff and production of food in absence of the Executive Chef. Activities include quality food preparation, recipe and menu construction and validation, production of banquets on and off premise, staff training and direction, sanitation and safety.

• Produces all menu items and foods through use of any and all production stations during any shift.
• Take total responsibility for and properly execute special functions and associated menus independently and as assigned.
• Ensures the standardized production and quality presentation of all foods as assigned to self and subordinates.
• Assumes total responsibility for his / her shift in absence of Executive Chef.
• Communicates with assigned employees and other departments to ensure production tasks and timelines are met; collaborates with co-workers and other departments and employees to ensure success of assigned functions, events, and menus.
• Analyzes recipes for desired results and accurately converts recipe ingredient quantities as needed and submits corrections or recommendations to the Executive Chef and FSS system administrator
• Ensures safety of self, co-workers, and customers Follow all ServeSafe standards and follow all HACCP procedures.
• Ensures self and subordinates maintain professional appearance of work spaces and persons in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Fill out all production records for shift worked. Correct any observed actions of fellow employees that do not follow college food handling policies or procedures. Direct casual employees assigned to kitchen or utility duties as needed. Report any items in need of repair to supervisor.
• This position is designated as “emergency response personnel”. “Emergency response personnel” are required to report to work when the college is delayed or closed. They may also be called in at any time of the day to respond to weather and / or other types of emergencies as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

5-8 years of related experience.

A valid Driver's Licence is required. Employees (operators) must have been in possession of a valid operator’s license for not less than three (3) years and the license must have been in good standing without interruption during that time period. No Successful candidate will also be required to complete ACT 153 Clearance No This position is considered "Emergency Staff." As such they may be required to report to work even when the college is closed or is operating under a delayed start. Yes Physical Demands This position requires the employee to stand for prolong periods of time, bend, twist and stoop. Employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds as needed. Ability to use hands and fingers to manipulate equipment, knives and food products. Must be able to see-including color distinction, smell and taste. Work Schedule Advertised Work Schedule Evenings and weekends, some mornings, non-academic periods will be day shifts. Number of hours / day 8 Number of hours / week 40 Proposed Start Date Posting Detail Information Posting Date 01 / 07 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Closing Date Application Review Begin Date Is this a Temporary Position? No Full-Time / Part-Time Full Time If Full-Time, please specify 12 month full-time (52 weeks) If Part-Time, please specify Not Applicable EEO / Diversity Statement The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.