Cold Food Production I

Job Description SUMMARY: Cold Food Production I is an entry level cold food production position. Working under direction, Cold Food Production Cook I prepares food in quantity for assigned unit, and is responsible for maintaining high standards for food quality while practicing proper sanitation, food safety, and cooking procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: This position is designated as essential personnel and, during inclement weather and emergency situation sis required to be available to the University as needed. This position requires long periods of standing and walking, and the ability to lift 50 lbs., in conditions that are often, hot, humid, or cold. Must be able to safely use and operate typical kitchen tools and equipment. Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, on occasion. QUALIFICATIONS: accuracy, even under pressure Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Demonstrated customer service skills Excellent collaboration and team building skills Basic knowledge of culinary techniques and practices Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards Safe food handler certification preferred, or certification obtained within 1 year preferred EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: H.S. Diploma or GED required Less than 2 years experience preferred WORK HOURS: Full Time, Non-exempt Sunday - Saturday Hours vary between 6a.m.- 5p.m Weekends vary Occasionally, the schedule may be adjusted to support special events, meetings, or operational needs. SALARY: Pay Grade 1 ($16.50/hr. to $18.00/hr.) Located just minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. The mission of the University of Richmond is to educate in an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative community dedicated to the holistic development of students and the production of scholarly and creative work. A Richmond education prepares students for lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a diverse world. Our strategic priorities are academic excellence, belonging and community, access and affordability, well-being, and experiential learning and community engagement. These priorities, coupled with strong benefits, makes the University of Richmond an employer of choice in the Richmond area. UR is a private, highly selective, liberal arts university with a welcoming spirit that prizes diversity of experience and thought. With more than 60 undergraduate majors and an average undergraduate class size of 15 students, the University provides a collaborative learning and research environment unlike any other in higher education, offering students an extraordinary combination of the liberal arts with law, business, leadership studies, and continuing education. The University of Richmond ranks number 30 among the nations best liberal arts colleges by US News and World Report, one of many accolades that showcases Richmond as a premiere place to grow professionally and personally.