Line Cook

Position Details

Req ID:

req16332

Position Title:

Line Cook

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

AS9283, AS9284

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Business & Hospitality Services

Location Address:

H-103 Student Union

Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078

United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Russel Carter

Hiring Range:

(Contingent upon available funding):

13.00 - 15.00, Hourly

Work Schedule:

TBD

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Food preparation professional, ensures the quality presentation and service of food that meets the Rancher's Club standards on a daily basis. Line Cook will set up stations according to the Chef's or supervisor's rules and guidelines, restocking all items needed during shift.

He/she also has the responsibility of clearing and maintaining station by exercising good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills. Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Will perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Will assist in food preparation for all Rancher's catered events. As the line cook, the incumbent should have an understanding and knowledge of how to use and maintain all equipment in the station and to cook food items as required in a clean and timely manner. Must be able to communicate clearly with the Food and Beverage General Manager, Chef, Sous Chef, Food Services supervisor, and dining room personnel and promotes and supports a team atmosphere at all times. Line Cook is also responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Kitchen area contains heated areas, open flames, sharps objects, kitchen equipment that will slice, mix, and complete other actions which requires the user's attention to its operation in a safe manner.

The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach a resume.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School/GED and one year of experience in food service industry.

ServSafe Certification training completion within 90 days of hire.

Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.

Demonstrates adequate knife skills and sanitation techniques.

Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions.

Ability to follow standardized recipes and plate presentations.

Knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette

Excellent attention to detail

Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively communicate with department managers, team members and guests

Must possess a strong team spirit

Demonstrates a willingness to learn and is open to constructive suggestions on job performance

Preferred Qualifications:

Culinary degree or completion of an accredited apprenticeship

Experience in high volume fine dining.

Safe Serve Certification

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.