Part Time Cook

Position Information

Position Title Part Time Cook Position Category Part Time Staff Position Status FLSA Non-Exempt Advertised Salary $20.60-$22.66 per hour Department Hospitality, Bkng & Clnry Div Offic Working Hours Wednesday - Sunday 28 hours per week General Description

Niagara County Community College has an immediate need for Part Time Cook to work in our Savor Restaurant located in the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute in Niagara Falls, NY. reports to the Culinary Arts Program Coordinator.

The rate of pay is determined based on the level of education the candidate possesses. For an Associates degree or lower the rate of pay is $20.60 per hour. For a Master's degree or higher the rate of pay is $22.66 per hour.

In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, Niagara County Community College will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.

Typical Work Activities

• Ensure the freshness of food and ingredients

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes

• Bake, grill, or fry meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods

• Boil and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods

• Arrange, garnish, and sometimes serve food

• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes

• Cook, handle, and store food or ingredients

Essential Functions

Candidates for this position must have a passion for serving people; must be able to coordinate numerous tasks and projects simultaneously; must possess good organizational skills; must possess and have proven excellent customer service skills; must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and students both verbally and in writing; must also possess good listening skills and be able to understand and follow written and/or oral instructions; must be able to relate to a diverse academic community as well as members of the WNY community; ability to operate computers and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft office, including Word and Excel; ability to prepare a written report; must have the capability to travel; must be able to work evenings and weekends as required; must be able to physically perform the functions of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred; OR

• In lieu of a degree a minimum of year of food service experience is required.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Culinary Arts or related field

• Five years' experience in a back of house food service operation

• Working knowledge of Windows office including, Word and Excel

License(s)/Certifications About SUNY Niagara

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. NCCC offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates which are supported by outstanding student services in an inclusive and welcoming environment. NCCC provides a variety of cultural, social, and international experiences, as well as community education and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stake-holders. The College operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency, and is accountable to meet the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Established in 1962, NCCC offers a comprehensive and vibrant learning environment with an enrollment of approximately 4,981 students (Fall 2019 semester). The student to faculty ratio is 17:1, providing a high degree of personalized attention and connection between students and faculty.

The NCCC campus, located in Sanborn, NY, offers easy access to both Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls State Park, and is minutes from the Canadian border. The campus is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. NCCC serves the community in two locations within Niagara County, at the Sanborn campus, and at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, located in the heart of downtown Niagara Falls.

NCCC continues to actively expand with the recent opening of its Learning Commons Center, a $25 million dollar project on the Sanborn campus. In just a short period of time, it has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services.

NCCC welcomes applicants who are committed in helping us fulfill our mission and to reach our vision of being a leader in providing a dynamic, high quality, educational environment responsive to current and emerging needs of our students and community. At NCCC we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution and seek candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

NCCC does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S111P Open Date 05/05/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

Niagara County Community College considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

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