Culinary Assistant

Messiah College; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Grantham is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to oversee the preparation of gluten-free foods and pizzas. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, a solid understanding of food production, and the ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace. Responsibilities include following proper food handling procedures, assisting in kitchen production, and maintaining effective communication with student workers and kitchen staff. A ServSafe Certification is required within the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of recipes and food production processes.
• Neat appearance and proper food handling knowledge.
• Ability to manage tasks in a high-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare gluten-free food items and pizzas.
• Follow food handling procedures and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist in kitchen production for all meals as needed.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and students.

Skills

General understanding of recipes and food production

Neat and clean appearance

Knowledge of proper food handling and storage procedures

Ability to organize and work in high paced environment

ServSafe Certification must be completed within 12 months of hire

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Take ownership of the preparation of all food items on the interactive gluten‑free station and also the pizza station. Next, assist with all other kitchen production needs as assigned by lead cooks or chefs.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position

• General understanding of recipes and food production
• Neat and clean appearance
• Knowledge of proper food handling and storage procedures
• Ability to organize and work in high paced environment
• ServSafe Certification must be completed within 12 months of hire

Special Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be mentally and physically able to perform all essential job functions which require walking, standing, pushing, pulling and lifting. This position is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay.

Primary Duties

1. Follow proper food handling procedures and keep work area neat, clean and sanitized
2. In charge of preparing all gluten‑free food items for the interactive station during all meal periods
3. In charge of preparing all pizzas for lunch and dinner
4. Plan and organize prep lists for the pizza and interactive stations daily
5. Assists and supports all kitchen production needs for all meals as needed
6. Read and follow recipes as given from CBord program
7. Understand the use and care of all equipment and report failures to Management. Clean equipment immediately after each use.
8. Rotate and utilize all food products efficiently to maintain optimum quality. Practice first in/first out method
9. Maintain open lines of communication with student workers regarding the products being served on the interactive station and pizza stations
10. Maintain open lines of communication with cooks and chefs regarding food production
11. Wrap and label all food items labeled with content, dated and stored properly
12. Maintain consistent and accurate documentation using Quality Control and HACCP reporting tools
13. Assist with preparation of food for catering events as needed
14. Complete weekly deep cleaning task each week
15. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties

1. Attend department meetings and training sessions as scheduled
2. Give direction to students making sure they follow procedures as outlines
3. Other duties as assigned.

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Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300

Student Employment: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-1800 x.2900

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