This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.
ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:
Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the University by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community.
JOB PURPOSE
Employees in this classification carry out a variety of food preparation and/or catering tasks including cold and hot food preparation, providing excellent customer service Work is performed under the general direction of a higher-level worker and/or supervisor.
CORE DUTIES
- Prepare hot and cold food according to recipes and directions given on the food production sheet and/or lead cook.
- May create baked goods and desserts from recipes or from scratch.
- Assist in determining amounts to be prepared including starting amounts and batch sizes.
- Test food items for proper texture, temperature, doneness, and flavor.
- Check food supplies needed to ensure availability.
- Ensures food for the following day is labeled.
- Selects, stores and records leftovers.
- Assembles and cleans equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas.
- Completes production records.
- Assist customers with specific dietary restrictions.
- Adheres to food and safety handling policies and procedures and health standards.
- Adheres to applicable uniform guidelines and personal hygiene standards.
- May perform any of the duties described in the lower Food Services Worker specification or other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to safety rules.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience: Two years’ experience in kitchen preparation and cooking or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency.
- Ability to utilize a computerized ordering system including entering and reading orders.
- Ability to obtain and maintain California Food Handler Training Certificate.
Certifications and Licenses:
- If handling food, California Food Handler Training Certificate within 90 days of hire.
- If performing drop-off or delivery services, valid California Non-commercial Class Driver's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Frequently walking, bending, kneeling, hand, and finger dexterity.
- Constant standing.
- Occasional sitting, squatting and climbing.
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 15 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work schedules can fluctuate in accordance with bargaining unit contracts.
- Wet floors.
- Ability to work in hot temperatures.
- Exposure to hot and cold water.
- Ability to work around hot equipment or cold refrigeration.
- Constant noise.
WORK STANDARDS
- When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
