The Egg - Innovation Kitchen/Weekend Buffet Cook (Earn & Learn - FA24) - The Culinary Institute of America : Job Details

OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY Looking for prep cooks & cooks to support the Innovation Kitchen during the week and support our weekend buffet in The Egg. Will be able to develop strong organizational skills and gain valuable experience with High Volume Production. SHIFTS

• Weekends: 8am to 2pm, 12pm to 6pm, OR 3pm to 9pm
• This position is considered an Essential Service role, where you may be required to work opening/closing shifts, weekends/Holidays/Faculty Seminar Days, and during inclement weather.

ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to a safe and positive workplace.
• Maintain a clean uniform & station.
• Assist with prepping, setting up, maintaining Innovation Station or Weekend Buffet
• Breaking down/cleaning/restocking for the next shift at the end of the shift.
• Follow the school's and/or local health department guidelines for hygiene & food safety.
• All other duties as assigned for BOH services

PREREQUISITES

• Must have weekend availability.
• Expected to be available for any snow day or other unplanned school closing.
• Will be working in an open kitchen and expected to act professionally & with a high level of hospitality.

PREFERRED PRIOR EXPERIENCES

• Background in catering, high volume or fine dining restaurant establishment.
• One (1) or more years of cooking experience in a high volume / banquet setting.
• Serve-safe certified or equivalent

SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING OUTCOMES OF ASSIGNMENT

• Ability to maintain professionalism and adhering to standards of operational excellence, safety, efficiency and educational goals set by the CIA.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with guests, students, and faculty/staff.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills.

Successful applicant must be able to perform all related functions of the assignment which may include working nights and weekends, ability to bend reach and stand for long periods of time, lifting and carrying of items up to fifty (50) pounds, and the ability to withstand high ambient temperatures.