Catering Kitchen Chef

Overview

Benefits of working for Dining Services kitchen:

• Learn skills that will last your whole life
• Free meal for every shift you work
• Great Work Environment & Social Atmosphere
• Excellent Employee Recognition Program
• Conveniently on Campus
• Most holidays & most Sundays off
• Hours are variable--mornings & evenings
• Pay commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for preparing meals for events for University Catering and may include some additional work with the Aggie Marketplace.

Duties include:

• Ensuring proper food handling procedures and adhering to quality expectations• Keeping work station clean, orderly, and sanitized• Plating and presenting food as specified for each event• Cooking meats, sauces, starches, and vegetables• Help other areas during busy times• Other duties assigned

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• 2-3 Years Catering Cooking Experience or 3-4 Years Restaurant Line Cook Experience
• Available to work Monday-Saturday as needed for scheduled events
• Ability to perform work involving standing, stooping, lifting 50lbs, and use of utensils and equipment relating to food service operations.
• Food Handler's Permit is required within the first 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of the care and use of food service equipment and kitchen utensils.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation, service and necessary precautionary measures.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

 

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 

2. Availability days and times to be typed/pasted at the end of your application under “Other Documents” in block format

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Based upon experience

ADA

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects.  Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment. 

College/Department Highlights

Dining Services is behind the scenes throughout campus doing all we can to “Create an Excellent College Experience” for students, faculty, staff, visitors, family, and our employees. Providing fuel to keep the hungry minds on campus moving and learning throughout the day is our passion. Whether it’s a cup coffee to get the day started, a snack to push through a study session, or an elegant meal to support the fundraising efforts of administration, we’re dedicated to serving the needs of Utah State University every day. We know what we do is more than just making food, we’re nourishing the future.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of