Cafe Associate

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Front of House: (50%) Participates in the front of the house duties including, but not limited to: point of sale(cash register) functions; beverage and food production; order taking; and generalcustomer serviceBack of House: (40%) Prepares and cooks food by following established recipes, special dietary or nutritionalrestrictions, or numbers of portions Cleans, cuts, and cooks all food products as assigned, including meat, fish, poultry,starches, and vegetables Prepares appropriate garnishes; garnishes foods Cleans, sets up, and breaks down kitchen equipment, appliances, and work areas toensure cleanliness and functional operation Operates kitchen, line equipment, and machinery according to established safetyprocedures Incorporates unused food safely into future food production Covers, labels, and dates all food products after opening from original packaging andfollows all food safety rules for proper storage Sets up serving lines and ensures an adequate supply of food items, per the menu of theday, for the entire service period Monitors and records temperatures of foods stored in refrigeration, in hot boxes, and onthe serving line to ensure safe temperatures Takes food samples for quality assurance Assists in forecasting and monitors accuracy of recipes; communicates discrepancies tomanagerAdditional Duties: (10%) Maintains clean and organized stock rooms and back of house Maintains the cleanliness and organization of all equipment, serving lines, and seatingareas according to established procedures Trains employees May provide work direction to student employees Performs other duties, as assignedCONTACTS:This position interacts with faculty, staff, students, visitors, and guests.SUPERVISION EXERCISED:May provide work direction for student employeesWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:This position is designated as essential personnel and, during inclement weather and emergency situations, is required to be available to the University as needed.This position requires long periods of standing and walking, and the ability to lift 50 lbs., inconditions that are often, hot, humid, or cold. Must be able to safely use and operate typicalkitchen tools and equipment. Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, onoccasion.Youth age 16 and 17 are not permitted to operate, feed, set-up, adjust, repair or cleanhazardous equipment, e.g., chopping or slicing machines, commercial mixers, power drivenbakery machines, trash compactor, etc.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge, skills & ability: Basic knowledge of culinary techniques and practices Knowledge of quantity food production principles and safe food handling practices Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to learn software Ability to efficiently and accurately operate point-of-sale register systems Ability to use effective time management to accomplish tasks Skilled in reading and written and verbal communication Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and procedures Ability to exercise flexibility and to work calmly and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions Ability to provide a high level of customer service Ability to monitor and maintain quality control standards Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a teamEducation & Experience: High school diploma or GED required or in the process of pursing a high school diplomaor GED which must be obtained within 2 years of date of hire Minimum of 1 year cooking/ cold food prep and cashiering experience preferred Safe food handler certification preferred, or certification obtained within one year of hire(This is dependent on the assigned unit.)