Temporary Cook

Position Title & Department:

Temporary Cook; Student Affairs - Hospitality Services Posting #

5485

Department Description:

The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in inclusive practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an inclusive lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

This is a part-time, temporary, retirement benefit position with an anticipated end date of June 1, 2026. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.

The University seeks an individual with a strong interest in working in a mission-driven, faith-based institution. The role of a Part Time Cook is working with the campus community and the responsibilities of the position are significantly tethered in the university’s contemporary Roman Catholic mission.

The Cook is responsible for providing skilled assistance in the supervision and preparation of all food production, maintenance of quality and/or portion control, and the maintenance of sanitation and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production:

• Participates in the quality and quantity preparation of all menu items.
• In the absence of the direct supervisor, has complete responsibility for the preparation of specified meals.
• Reviews menu with supervisor and coordinates daily production; organizes work areas to ensure ease of operation.
• Checks production sheet against inventory to assure necessary items are on hand; assists in planning for backup items as needed.
• Inspects work area for any problems or discrepancies and reports findings to supervisor.
• Assists in forecasting proper quantity preparation for each item served.
• Follows correct methods of preparation.
• Makes products to specification and reviews recipes with supervisor for variances in the finished product, including yield, appearance, taste, and texture.
• Ensures proper product portioning.
• Follows sequential production time frames as established by the supervisor for maximum quality control.
• Responsible for the timely delivery, setup, and dispensing of menued items as specified.
• Assists in the completion of production/event records.
• Verifies quantity and quality of all incoming products.
• Ensures proper rotation and storage of all products.
• Operates all kitchen equipment properly.
• May assist in the determination and ordering of products and supplies.
• Assists in research, development, and testing of new recipes and menus.
• Attends weekly production meetings.

Customer Satisfaction:

• Maintains good customer relations through attitude, appearance, and attention to detail in daily work.
• Maintains consistent high-quality standards; quality-tests every fin