General Cook - Menu Maker Cabrini

Job title: General Cook - Menu Maker Cabrini

About the Role General Cook - Menu Maker Cabrini is a culinary professional responsible for preparing and cooking sauces, soups, entrees, vegetables, cold foods, and other menu items within Villanova's Cabrini campus dining operations. This role emphasizes food safety and sanitation and may act as lead cook during a shift. The position supports the Dining Services mission and Villanova's core values of Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence, and reports to culinary leadership. The start date for this position is on or after June 1, 2026, with a regular schedule Sunday–Thursday 8am–5pm.

What You'll Do

• Follows recipes and produces food items as assigned by the chef.
• Maintains proper food temperatures and appearance of food.
• Records and maintains food production records.
• Responsible for gathering ingredients needed for food production.
• Verifies all portion sizes, quality standards, department policies and procedures, and core values are adhered to with the rest of the culinary team.
• Responsible for proper storage of leftovers.
• Responsible for opening and closing procedures in the kitchen for the unit.
• Responsible for clean and efficient kitchen operations; may be the lead cook during a shift.
• Works with management and co-workers to instill and foster the Villanova Mission Statement and the Dining Services Mission Statement, focusing on Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Culinary professional with experience in preparing sauces, soups, entrees, vegetables, cold foods, and other menu items.
• Commitment to food safety and sanitation; ability to maintain proper temperatures and presentation.
• Ability to follow recipes, verify portion sizes, maintain production records, and adhere to quality standards.
• Ability to gather ingredients, manage storage, and follow opening/closing procedures.
• Strong teamwork and alignment with Villanova's mission and values.
• Willingness to lead shift as needed and collaborate with the culinary leadership team.

Nice to Have

• Experience or interest in leading shifts / taking lead cook duties when required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Holistic benefits package including generous paid time off, retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.