Ithaca College Hiring for COOK II – TOWERS SOCIAL AND EATERY at Ithaca, NY Full Time

The Cook II is responsible and accountable for:

• Hot food production and running specialty food stations.
• Accurately and efficiently preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting various hot and cold food items for various meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events.
• Cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.

Supervision:

This position reports to the Manager of Towers Marketplace.

Responsibilities:

1. Learn and adhere to all food preparation guidelines established by the Ithaca College Dining Services culinary leadership team.
2. Lead a specialty food station or ongoing culinary assignment under the supervision of sous and executive chefs.
3. Prepare food per current applicable federal, state, and cultural standards, as well as guidelines and regulations to yield high-quality food service.
4. Set up the kitchen and each workstation for every meal with all needed ingredients and equipment.
5. Safely utilize and operate various utensils, including knives and equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
6. Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production accurately.
7. Work with operational and culinary staff to requisition products, supplies, and equipment.
8. Clean and sanitize all workstations and equipment and follow all Ithaca College and regulatory rules and procedures.
9. Attend all required training sessions, including allergy, foodborne illness, and safety training.
10. Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and cultivate an inclusive, diverse, and respectful Ithaca College community. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant experience related to food preparation in a restaurant or other relevant establishment.
• Working knowledge of food preparation and cooking processes (e.g., roasting, steaming, frying, sautéing, baking, broiling, grilling, braising) and equipment. 
• Food handling and food safety skills and allergen knowledge.
• Ability to adhere to all food preparation and service standards set by Ithaca College Dining Services staff.
• Capacity to read and follow written and electronic recipes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service while working effectively and respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and some holidays.
• Demonstrate proficient knife skills and complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional education and experience, including collegiate/university food service.
• Experience with GrubHub and order ticket systems.
• Understanding of HACCP procedures.
• ServeSafe Certification.

Work Environment:

The Cook II completes work within an accessible, safe, indoor, and occasional outdoor environment. Long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary. Employees will be issued and/or required to wear slip-resistant shoes, cut gloves, and operate kitchen equipment.

Come join our TEAM at Ithaca College and gain the generous benefits package including Health Insurance, 403b Retirement with 5% matching, Educational benefits and over a month of paid time away in your first year as a full time employee!  

Application Instructions:

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected] Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Hiring Range: $18.00-$19.00, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community.  For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness.