About this role
About the Role
Villanova University's Dining Services is seeking a Culinary professional for the General Cook role. You will prepare and cook sauces, soups, entrees, vegetables, and cold foods while ensuring food safety and sanitation. You may serve as lead cook during a shift and will work with management and colleagues to uphold the Villanova Mission and Dining Services Mission and Core Values of Safety, Sanitation, and Excellence.
What You'll Do
- Follow recipes and produce food items as assigned by the chef.
- Maintain proper food temperatures and appearance of food.
- Record and maintain food production records.
- Gather ingredients needed for food production.
- Verify portion sizes, quality standards, department policies and procedures, and core values are adhered to with the culinary team.
- Store leftovers properly.
- Open and close kitchen procedures for the unit.
- Clean and sanitize equipment.
- Work special functions and catering events as needed.
- May act as lead cook during a shift and assist leadership as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Culinary professional with ability to prepare a variety of menu items including sauces, soups, entrees, vegetables, and cold foods.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices; adherence to proper food temperatures and handling.
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality standards; strong attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork to support the dining services mission and core values.
- Willingness to work the base schedule (Sunday through Thursday, 12pm–9pm) and to support opening/closing procedures.
Compensation & Benefits
- Holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.