Job description

Hiring now to start work in September 2022. Seeking an Assistant Chef to serve our sorority chapter of 250 women, on the University of South Carolina campus. We serve meals largely Monday-Friday, serving lunches & dinners. This is a 40 hour / week position with paid time off during the course of the academic year. In addition, this position would be eligible for benefits (listed below) as of the first of the month after being hired.

• Essential Functions of Job:
• Create nutritious daily menus for up to 12 meals per week and accommodate, within reason, any medical/dietary restrictions.
• Prepare daily meals for live-in resident members and/or other chapter members and a regular chapter dinner.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen, including but not limited to serving lines, kitchen equipment, all dishes, tables, etc., before and after each meal.
• Identify, purchase, maintain and stock the kitchen inventory to include the appropriate amounts of food, paper products, wares, cups, etc.
• Hire and manage the kitchen staff with the assistance of the House Director. Kitchen staff may include but is not limited to Assistant Chefs, Kitchen Assistants and Dishwashers.
• Work within an identified budget.
• Pass/comply with all kitchen inspections/standards.
• Complete other duties as assigned to advance the mission and goals of the Alpha Gamma Delta Fraternity Housing Corporation.

• Qualifications:
• High school Diploma or GED equivalent required; Culinary degree preferred
• ServSafe Certification (or interest in obtaining certification) preferred.
• Goal and team oriented, able to work closely with people while exhibiting a positive attitude
• Well organized and able to work and make sound decisions under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must pass criminal background check

• Physical Demands and Work Environment:
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis
• Read food and cleaning product labels
• Stand 80% of the time while working
• Kneel, bend, and reach for items often
• Climb stairs several times per day
• Work primarily indoors, sometimes in very warm conditions, such as hot kitchens
• Use commercial kitchen equipment and appliances

• Special Position Requirements:
• Work with extremely sharp objects, such as knives, can openers, etc.
• Work with extremely hot appliances, such as ovens and dishwashers
• Work with extremely hot, sometimes boiling, water
• Work with some cleaning products that contain chemicals

• Benefits:
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Offered (75% Employer Paid for Single Coverage)
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Meal provided with each shift
• Branded chef jackets
• Assistance acquiring or maintaining ServSafe certification

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Dishwasher (dependent on the location)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbia, SC 29201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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