Lead Cook

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines. Ensure proper labeling and storage of products. Maintain temperature logs throughout shift and ensure food is cooked to the appropriate temperature. Minimize cross contamination and actively monitor food quality.
• Required Qualifications
• Two years of experience as a Cook in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• Experience training or leading staff in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• Experience operating cooking equipment.
• Experience following recipes.
• Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Requirements

• Culinary degree.
• Three or more years of experience as a Cook in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• One or more years of experience training or leading staff in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.
• High-volume cooking experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work with little supervision.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work with a large staff and customer base.
• Salary Range
• $43,680+ depending on qualifications
• See general notes section for shift differential information
• Working Conditions
• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around chemicals.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Pushing, pulling, and moving up to 50 pounds.
• Lifting and moving up to 62 pounds.
• The successful candidate must successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment.
• Work Shift
• Workdays, area, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the unit and University Housing and Dining (UHD).
• Required Materials
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent wor

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Lead Cook ---- Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: This position is eligible for $2.00 per hour shift differential pay for hours worked during designated evening and weekend shifts in accordance with university guidelines. BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage Free Capital Metro bus rides Retirement contributions Uniform Provided Longevity Pay Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Career growth & professional development Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team! Purpose Responsible for assisting the Sous Chefs in the planning and execution of daily food production, assignments for the cooking team, paperwork and production records, and cleaning assignments in dining.

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