Location: Morrisville, NY Category: Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation Posted On: Tue Oct 1 2024 Job Description: LINE COOK II REPORTS TO: Chef Manager DEPARTMENT: Copper Turret CLASSIFICATION: Hourly | GRADE: 14 | SALARY: $18.83 - 19.88/HR. | SUPERVISES: NA A Line Cook II has demonstrated high level of proficiency in all the stations in the kitchen, to include but not limited to Fryer, Grill, Saut- and Pantry. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + Assists the Chef Manager with ordering and inventory + Reviews menu items, production plans, and job assignments necessary to coordinate the production of all menu items + Adheres to proper food handling techniques and properly balances time use, material and equipment to avoid unnecessary expense and waste + Receives and stores food requisitions and supplies + Responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud + Comes in contact with customers. Responds to suggestions and concerns + Prepare daily entrees/items with a team of 1-3 cooks, featuring menus approved by Chef Manager + Performs tasks associated with Fryer, Grill, Saut-, and Pantry + Ensures departmental standards are met regarding product quality and presentation + Participates in all scheduled production as directed + Preforms various kitchen maintenance tasks such as, but not limited to emptying the trash, washing dishes, sweeping and mopping + Assure quality, appearance and taste of all food for customer service + Limited catering activity on and off premise as necessary + Assist in maintaining kitchen storage areas according to regulatory agency and departmental standards + Prepare recipes as directed using traditional made from scratch preparation methods and when necessary, converted correctly + Tests the temperature of food at specified intervals + Assist SUNY Morrisville professors with classes or labs at the Copper Turret as needed + Assist students attending classes or labs at the Copper Turret as needed + Assures the proper cooling and storage of potentially hazardous food items. Ensure accurate labeling, dating and rotating using the First In/First Out (FIFO) method for all raw and prepared food products + Understand how to properly use and maintain all equipment used + Reports equipment problems and problems with food and supplies to the Chef Manager + Maintains daily production records in accordance with departmental procedures + Strives to reduce waste and to optimize the profitability of the unit + Ensure quality and timeliness of the food production, using batch and ala minute cooking methods to maintain quality and freshness of product + Meet all timelines for preparation + Prepares assigned station for service + Work the service line as assigned station during the meal hours + Plans for the timely and proper use of any leftover items + Communicates effectively with staff + Must attend food safety training as scheduled + Perform other duties as assigned Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE + Associates in Culinary preferred; a minimum 3-5 years' experience in the Food Service industry, experienced in all types of cooking methods, supervision, kitchen equipment and food service operations; must be able to read and write with knowledge of basic math; ServSafe certification is preferred. QUALITIES + Ability to accept direction, instruction and constructive criticism + Work independently and as part of a team + Take initiative, anticipate, prioritize, and follow tasks through to completion + Successfully operate within deadlines, use creative problem-solving skills, and evaluate and adjust when necessary + Adhere to Company, Department and State guidelines as directed + Predictable and reliable attendance PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND DEMANDS + Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds; constant standing, bending and walking; exposure to temperature extremes, slippery surfaces, and congested work areas; exposure to many different food types. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of actives, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation is a not-for-profit that provides non-academic services to SUNY Morrisville. This includes campus dining services, two housing facilities, College ID services, facilities maintenance, catering services, the Campus Store, and more. MAC also owns and operates Nelson Farms Country Store & Production Facility, Morrisville Ice Plex, and the Copper Turret Restaurant. Please apply at the link below: https://rebrand.ly/MACRecruitment (http://Please%20apply%20at%20the%20link%20below:%20%20%20https://rebrand.ly/MACRecruitment) Additional Information: SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups. AA/EEO/ADA In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. 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