Connecticut College is conducting a regional search for a Cook to assist the First Cook, Lead Cook or Chef Manager in food production of all meals. This position is benefits eligible and pays $19.06/hour.

• Assist in daily food production and preparation of daily menu items while following menus and recipes accurately. Supplies steam table with food during serving time
• Working at interactive stations, you will be responsible for taking & executing multiple food orders from customers simultaneously and efficiently. You will be required to do this while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
• Clean work area and equipment
• Prepare batch cooking with mindfulness of food production quantities to reduce waste and use of food surpluses
• Use proper inventory controls as they relate to FoodPro including completing service records
• Responsible for receiving and putting away deliveries.
• Alert management to any equipment, maintenance or safety concerns in a timely fashion. 
• Act as a driver if in possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Maintain personal hygiene and appearance, daily wearing of uniforms.
• Adheres to department, state and federal food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures and requirements; maintains appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items. 

• High school diploma or GED and 2 to 3 years of high volume cooking experience required.  Formal post high school training in the culinary arts preferred.
• Servsafe or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Stamina, good physical condition, manual dexterity for high volume work, flexible and dependable. 
• Ability to read, interpret menu and recipes and prepare food items as directed.
• Must pay close attention to food presentation, appeal and flavor to insure customer satisfaction.
• Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the college and community.
• Ability to operate all Kitchen/cooking equipment.
• Well-organized, able to work under pressure, plan and accomplish goals.
• Must have own knives (French, serrated knife and a paring knife).

Applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate, including criminal background check and pre-placement physical.

Connecticut College requires employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This includes the booster vaccine. New employees must present their COVID-19 vaccination record to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. Individuals who have a medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may confidentially request an exemption through the office of Human Resources.