Part-Time Cook at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Part-Time Cook Location: Wolfson Campus Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 1008282 Job Details Job FamilySTAFF - Support StaffGradeCGSalary$16.31 - $19.63DepartmentMiami Culinary InstituteReports ToExecutive Chef, Sous Chef (Assistant Kitchen Manager)Closing DateOpen Until FilledFLSA StatusNon-ExemptFirst Review DateMay 19, 2025Position Overview This position cooks and prepares menu items consistent with Chef’s specifications to include preparation of foods in the Root Cellar and 5 Diamond restaurants; as well as, catering where applicable.What you will be doing Sets up all food prep stations, properly arranges all necessary cooking items and prepares the food to be cooked and plated by the Chef within the necessary time frameCooks and prepares menu items and clearly understands instructions by Chef and Sous ChefCommunicates effectively with guests, management, and Chef concerning any customer problems or issuesAdheres to proper cooking temperatures, methods, preparation, and plating procedures Ensures that all work and kitchen areas are maintained in a clean fashion at all timesMinimizes waste through correct measurements, storage, and attention to detailMonitors food waste and maintains an accurate inventory of food itemsEnsures that all plates are cleaned properly and stored carefully to prevent breakageAdheres to all safety and sanitation regulations in all outletsPerforms other duties as assignedWhat you need to succeed Minimum of six (6) months of experience in a kitchen role within the culinary field or enrollment in Culinary Arts Program coursesTraining courses completed within sixty days of employment; to include but not limited to, Food Handlers, Beverage and Alcohol, and Responsible Vendors CertificationsAll educational credits/degrees must be from a regionally accredited institutionDemonstrates diplomacy and ability to establish a positive relationship with all internal/external users, staff and managementPossess effective verbal communication skills Knowledge of proper and safe food handlingExtensive knowledge of precise cooking temperature requirements and methods of preparation and platingKnowledge of kitchen operations, set-up and utilizationAbility to adhere to work schedule and restaurant grooming standardsAbility to adhere to personal protective equipment safety standards where applicableAbility to take direction and carry out instructionsAbility to work in a demanding and fast paced environmentAbility to develop relationships with vendors to ensure eco-friendly practicesAbility to function well in an advanced food-energy-business technological environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environmentAdditional Requirements The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.