Assistant Chef - Internal Only

Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.

Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.

Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items assigned by Head Chef or Supervisor/Manager, including but not limited to: roasting, broiling, frying, sauteing, grilling, blanching, soup productions including stocks from scratch, sauces & marinades including making a roux from scratch, wash peel, cut, seed and cook vegetables, casseroles, stews and souffles.

• Prepare menu items using recipes or the ability to season and scratch cook with own flare, creativity.

• Knife skills including, boning, chopping and dicing.

• Assign kitchen staff in meal production.

• Perform quality work within the deadlines as assigned by Head Chef or Supervisor/Manager.

• Serve customers in an efficient and friendly manner; report problems to a supervisor.

• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment per guidelines.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

The Assistant Chef is a part of the success of the food service program, by following all Health Department regulations, Food Standards laid out by Vassar College with regards to food quality, freshness, presentation and ECO Sure Audit Compliance. Training will be provided regarding Kosher Cooking, Vegan Cooking, as well as knowledge of the 9 major allergens plus gluten.

The application process for this position will require a written and cooking test.

Available Work Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm

Friday and Saturday off

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a clean, safe and sanitary work station, equipment and utensils.

• Ability to safely operate machinery and equipment and set up/breakdown work stations.

• Ability to move, position and place objects and equipment weighing up to and including 50 pounds.

• Ability to work independently and to communicate effectively in English, including ability to converse, understand, read and write.

• Sounds knowledge of proper food handling HACCP, sanitation and cooking skills in all areas.

• Knowledge of proper operation of commercial food service equipment.

• Ability to evaluate a recipe and recalculate as volume changes.

• Demonstrated to work harmoniously with staff and customers.

• Strong knowledge of FIFO.

• Willingness to work overtime as available.

• Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply you will be required to complete the Vassar College Employment Application, including your complete work history and contact information for 3 supervisor references (please: no relatives, friends or co-workers). You will have the option of attaching a cover letter, resume, and additional reference contact information. Review of applications will begin immediately. Inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Office at (845) 437-5820

For full consideration applicants should apply by Anticipated Start Date Anticipated End Date Quicklink for Posting https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3825 Open Until Filled Yes