Do you like to be creative and work in an inclusive, professional environment? If so, join the Creative Dining team at The College of Wooster.

We are looking for friendly, experienced food service professionals to complete our Recipe Cook team, serving great food to hungry students using state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our staff have every-other weekend off, paid holidays, opportunities for training and advancement and time off between semesters to spend with family and friends during the winter holidays.

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 kitchen, 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 (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safelyCommunicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely mannerMonitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediatelySupport other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriatelyBe proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closelyAssist management personnel in ordering and inventory proceduresRemoval of refuse as neededPutting away/Pulling stock as neededSecond shift works 12pm - 8:30pm, Monday - Friday and every other weekend off.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

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

ServSafe CertificationPhysical Demands/Environment:

Must be able to lift up to 50 poundsEnvironment may include hot, humid or cold conditions

We 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!