Cook II - Sonoma, United States - Sonoma State University

Description

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit an application, along with a cover letter and resume.

In your cover letter, please describe your experience with a la minute cooking and batch cooking. Please also include experience, if any, with catering.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Job Summary

Reporting to and under general supervision of the Sous Chef, with additional lead work direction provided by other University Culinary Services managers, the Cook II performs more responsible and complex tasks required in preparing, cooking, and serving a variety of food and beverage items; cleaning and maintaining culinary utensils, equipment and work area (with the assistance of other staff); assigning work to kitchen personnel; providing instruction and training to other employees, and solving work problems; inspecting personnel and working areas to assure maintenance of hygienic, safety, and sanitation standards; keeping records and ordering, receiving, inspecting, storing, and inventorying supplies. Exercising a greater degree of independence in decision-making, the incumbent assists the Sous Chefs and Executive Chef in executing the menu while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Key Qualifications

This position requires the equivalent to two years of experience performing the duties of a Cook I or equivalent to three years of experience as a Cook in one or a combination of the following: 1) preparing meals for at least 250 persons a meal with experience at the various stations; or 2) personally preparing complete breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for approximately 50 or more persons a meal (short-order cooking experience is not considered qualifying). Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite and EATAC or similar automated food management system preferred. The incumbent must successfully complete a pre-placement exam and must possess and thereafter maintain a food safety manager certification, which has been accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or be able to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,537 to $3,647 a month. This is a full time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

Supplemental Information

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all faculty, staff, administrators, and students who are accessing campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to continue to help us protect and maintain a healthy Seawolf Community. More information related to campus level requirements can be found here:

CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to The ADA Coordinator is also available ) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

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