Roger Williams University - Bristol, RI
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Bristol, RI
Educational Services
About the position
The culinary preparation cook at Roger Williams University is responsible for the preparation, setup, and execution of specific dishes while adhering to health and safety guidelines and sustainability commitments. This role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and quality service in a fast-paced dining environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute dishes at assigned stations following health and safety guidelines.
- Clean work areas, equipment, and utensils; distribute supplies and portable equipment.
- Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety requirements, including ServSafe standards.
- Serve customers efficiently and resolve any concerns with assistance from supervisors as needed.
- Carry food items to and from workstations, ensuring proper quality and serving temperatures.
- Wash, peel, cut, and seed vegetables and fruits as part of food preparation.
- Weigh and measure designated ingredients accurately.
Requirements
- Strong passion and motivation to create great food.
- General culinary knowledge of basic kitchen practices, protocols, and procedures.
- 2 years of equivalent experience working in a high-volume restaurant kitchen.
- Understanding of typical culinary units of measure.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently with large volume culinary equipment including grills, fryers, steamers, and ovens.
- Ability to meet Dining's unit specific uniform standards.
- Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment as per Dining's guidelines.
- Wear cut-resistant gloves when using sharp tools or instruments.
- Ability to follow all of Dining's health and safety standards and requirements.
Benefits
- $500 signing bonus after a 4-month satisfactory probationary period.
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance.
- Paid holidays and free parking.
- Free meals during working hours and free uniforms.
- Free gym membership and tuition benefits.
- Paid employee referral program and a generous 403(b) match.
