Creative Dining Services at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa is looking for a full time Retail Cook in the Hub. As the cook, works within the retail team to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the retail operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the service team in the Hub, assisting with any aspect of the dining experience as necessary.

Core Responsibilities:

Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of servicePrepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appealUtilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under productionUtilize safe food handling techniques at all timesStore food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and datingHold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40 if cold, above 135 if hot)Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)Maintain a clean and sanitized work areaFollow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the Hub, in uniform, at the scheduled timeIf work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operationMaintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed, and store wares safelyCommunicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely mannerMonitor equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediatelySupport other employees in assuring that the essential functions of the Hub are performed adequately and appropriatelyBe proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closelyRemoval of refuse as neededPutting away/Pulling stock as needed

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Minimum of 2 years cooking experienceHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

ServSafe CertificationWe Offer Full-Time Employees:

Competitive pay and bonus opportunitiesMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with a company matchPaid time offAnd much, much more!

About Creative Dining ServicesCreative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience one thats fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because thats how it should be.

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!