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We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.\nWhy join Harvard University Central Administration?\nHarvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.\n Prepares and cooks menu items according to proper preparation methods in small batches or otherwise required by business needs. \nReads and follows standardized recipes. Delegates production of menu items to culinary team in respectful manner. \nTastes and evaluates all food before service to ensure food quality standards are met, consults manager with any concerns. \nAssists Culinary Team in the preparation and presentation of catered functions, may take the lead on events, while working under the guidelines of Second Cook and/or the Manager-in-Charge \nEnsures kitchen is properly stocked with items needed for meals. May need to provide written requisitions or provide direction to Storekeeper. \nInstructs kitchen personnel in proper usage of all standard kitchen equipment. \nWhere appropriate, assists with on-the-job training for Assistant Cook, Short Order Cook, Grill Cook and Kitchenperson/Chef’s Helper. \nFries, grills, sautés, roasts, bakes, braises and steams food products as directed. \nHeats soups, sauces and prepared products ensuring product has reached appropriate temperature before serving. \nCarves or slices meat for service both in back-of-house setting and at carving stations in front-ofhouse setting when necessary. \nDemonstrates a “Clean as you go” philosophy maintaining sanitary and organized work space and equipment \nLeaves work station clean and re-stocked.Recycles products per policy and procedure. \nAccurately records portion amount of food used during meals on service records. \nCools, refrigerates, labels and properly stores food according to HACCP procedures. \nAccurately fills out sanitation and temperature logs and food service records as required. Informs person in charge when corrective action is needed. \nFollows sanitation standards in compliance with all regulatory agencies including Harvard Environmental Health and Safety regulations. \nCommunicates effectively and works cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management team and guests \nComplies with State of Massachusetts and Dining Services’ “Food Employee Illness Policy”. \nRepresents HUDS to students, faculty, staff and guests in a positive and professional manner. \nWorks to meet the mission and core values of Harvard University Dining Services with enthusiasm and a spirit of cooperation. \nAttends all trainings as assigned. \nMaintains current certifications as required. \nPerforms other duties as assigned \nPhysical Requirements:\nMust be able to routinely lift 50 lbs. without restrictions\nContinuous: standing, manual dexterity, reaching, walking, lifting, handling \nFrequent: push/pull, bending \nOccasional: climbing, squatting, sitting \n Basic Qualifications:\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent. \nMust have proficiency with the English language (speaking, reading and writing)\nMinimum four years of related food preparation experience in hospitality industry.\nSome related supervisory experience. \nExperience working with large volume cook-chill process and commissary production. (CSG) \nExperience working in a high-end off-site catering environment. (Catering) \nMust have culinary ability to execute recipes with the technical understanding of all cooking methods and ensure culinary team is also executing recipes accurately. Must have knife skills necessary to perform the job. \nMust be able to follow directions. \nMust be neat in appearance and comply with proper dress code as designated by HUDS. \nMust have proficiency with kitchen tools and equipment without restrictions. \nMust have basic math skills and ability to analyze digital and analog thermometers, scales, and other measuring devices. \nAdditional Qualifications and Skills:\nCulinary Arts degree preferred. \nServSafe certification required within one year of employment. \nPrevious experience working in a University environment preferred. \nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\nStrong multi-tasking skills.\nExcellent communication skills.\nAbility to work cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management and guests.\nAbility to work in a fast-paced diverse environment.\nCustomer service oriented.\nCertificates and Licenses:\nServSafe certification required within one year of employment. \n Standard Hours/Schedule: 27 hours per week\nSunday 6:00am - 3:00pm, Monday & Tuesday 1:30pm - 7:30pm & Saturday 10:30am - 7:30pm\nCompensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): 29.07 - 31.08\nVisa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position\nPre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal, Drug Test, References\nWork Format Details\nThis position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.\nSalary Grade and Ranges\nThis position is salary grade level 000. Corresponding salary information can be found in the job description above.\nBenefits\nHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:\nGenerous paid time off including parental leave \nMedical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one \nRetirement plans with university contributions \nWellbeing and mental health resources \nSupport for families and caregivers \nProfessional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement \nCommuter benefits, discounts and campus perks \nLearn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.\nEEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement\nHarvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. 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