Kitchen/Culinary Staff Temp-to-Hire

University of Rochester is seeking dedicated kitchen team members on a temp-to-hire basis:

• Get your foot in the door with a supportive & flexible union
• Experience in Food service
• Morning/Mid/Evening shifts available (24-40 hours/week)
• Starting at $17.00

Join our team and contribute your culinary skills while growing in a dynamic kitchen environment!

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health Insurance

Overview
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Team Members to join our culinary team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen and delivering high-quality meals to our students. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the food industry, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Assist in meal preparation and cooking according to established recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper food storage and sanitation practices.
• Support the culinary team in food handling, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
• Help in the plating and presentation of dishes to meet fine dining standards.
• Participate in inventory management, including receiving and storing food supplies.
• Follow all dietary department guidelines to accommodate special dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a culinary or food service role for at least 1 consecutive year.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations is essential.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• A passion for cooking and willingness to learn new techniques in meal preparation.
• Flexibility to work in a variety of dining environments whether it be casual dining halls or a restaurant style.
• Please note: A high school diploma/GED required to transition to permanent position within the Union
• shifts in the dining halls start as early as 6 am for morning shifts, and go until 10pm for evening shifts, so please keep this in mind for transportation and travel needs, as these are set by the department and not changeable to accommodate travel.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable in a temp-to-perm position?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Consecutive Food: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rochester, NY 14627 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17