Job Title : Chef / Cook
Location : 101 Marshall Lane, Derby, CT 06418
Company : Apex International Education Partners
Job Type : Full-time
Pay Rate : $20 / hr-$25 / hr, commensurate with experience
Schedule : Monday - Friday, lunch and dinner shifts, with weekends and special events as needed
Job Description :
Apex International Education Partners seeks a skilled Chef / Cook to oversee culinary operations and provide delicious and well-balanced meals (lunch & dinner) for our 100+ dormitory students during the academic year and summer camp sessions.
The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for culinary excellence, experience in preparing diverse cuisines including traditional American and Asian dishes, and a commitment to pleasing student taste-palettes.
Responsibilities :
- Plan and execute menus in collaboration with kitchen & residential life staff.
- Create and post weekly menus.
- Coordinate and perform food preparation and cooking activities which includes washing, peeling and cutting food.
- Develop new recipes and menu items based on seasonal availability and student preferences.
- Uphold high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Manage food and supply budgets.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment including washing dishes, cleaning equipment, mopping floors and trash removal.
- Assist in cleaning the cafeteria and retrieving dishes from student lounge areas.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
Qualifications and Requirements :
- Proven experience as a Chef / Cook, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a similar role required. Dormitory / college or high school cafeteria experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Ability to prepare various types of foods including traditional American and Asian cuisines.
- Good communication skills; proficiency in English is a must, proficiency in Chinese is a plus.
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a professional kitchen.
- Attention to detail and creativity in menu planning and preparation.
- Understanding of food cost control and budget management.
- ServSafe Certification is required.
Benefits :
- Competitive pay rate of $20 / hr-$25 / hr, commensurate with experience.
- Health insurance benefits.
- Paid time off and holidays.
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