Lead Cook - Dining Services IV

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 05 Jul 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Lead Cook - Dining Services IV
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO 80523
Classification Title	Dining Services IV
Posting Number	202200276P
Position Type	State Classified
Open Date	06/14/2022
Close Date	07/05/2022
Salary	$3,160 monthly some shifts may be eligible 7.5% shift differential pay, and FULL BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) and the State of Colorado are committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time classified employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Full/Part Time	Full-time
State Classified Hourly	No
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit	HOUSING AND DINING SERVICES Housing & Dining Services (HDS) is a multifaceted auxiliary organization responsible for management of on-campus housing facilities, residential dining, conferences, and the CSU Mountain Campus. Other areas within HDS include the RamCard, communications, sustainability, facilities, human resources, technology services, workplace inclusion, talent management, outreach, and business services. Approximately 450 full-time staff and 1,700 hourly and student staff serve the nearly 8,000 students who live on campus, as well as numerous campus and community guests. We strive to provide our residents and guests with safe living environments, quality dining, and exceptional co-curricular experiences. We accomplish this through sound fiscal and operational management strategies, and an emphasis on the development of programs and services that are designed to enhance personal growth and global engagement. Our staff exemplify our values of customer first service, commitment to students and staff, integrity, respect and teamwork, inclusiveness and diversity, innovation, and stewardship in support of the CSU Principles of Community. WORK UNIT As part of HDS, Residential Dining Services’ (RDS) mission is to deliver an outstanding dining experience crafted by an engaged team dedicated to social and environmental responsibility. RDS operates 5 dining centers, 2 convenience stores, a full bakeshop, and a warehouse. We employ more than 1,000 employees who serve 12,000 meals per day to the 6,000 students who live on campus. WORKING AT CSU Founded in 1870 as the Colorado Agricultural College, Colorado State University is now among the nation’s leading research universities. Fort Collins is an award-winning city located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with the foothills and 14,000-foot peaks visible to residents. Easy access to hiking, skiing, rafting and other outdoor sports is a great advantage to CSU students, faculty and staff. CSU’s Commitment to Campus offers employees a healthy work-life balance through a wide variety of programs, discounts, and special benefits. This includes Employee Study Privilege (nine free credits per year available through CSU, CSU Global, CSU Online Plus, and University of Northern Colorado), Family Tuition Scholarship Program, Discounted Veterinary Care, Wellness Membership Discounts, Volunteers in Public Schools Leave Program, Athletic Ticket Discounts, and much more! Visit www.facultyandstaff.colostate.edu to learn more about working at CSU.
Position Summary	This Lead Cook (DS IV) position will act as a work leader over employees and a fully operational cook preparing/producing food from an established preprinted menu and standardized recipes. Responsible for quality, quantity, and appearance of foods prepared, as well as training, coaching, and mentoring.
Minimum Qualifications	To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate: Three full-time years of dining services experience in a commercial kitchen.
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Preferred Qualifications	The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies (e.g. knowledge, skills, abilities, and other personal characteristics) which have been outlined as essential to performing successfully in this position: • Complete coursework in Culinary Arts (i.e. Associates or Certification) Please be sure to provide your Culinary Arts coursework in the Education and/or License/Certification section of the application. • Work experience in a high-volume (500+ meals) food production operation and food safety certification such as ServSafe or HACCP. • Strong leadership skills demonstrated through a positive attitude, pro-active approach to work, ability to mentor and train others, and delegate tasks by identifying others strengths. • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple activities/tasks with competing priorities. • Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills necessary for building and maintaining successful work relationships. • Exemplary customer service skills and a desire to provide memorable customer service interactions with clients and customers.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category	Food Production
Duty/Responsibility	• Work leader over personnel. • Provides input on the operation and produces meals from preprinted menus using standardized recipes and methods to maintain high quality, nutritional standards, and safety & sanitation regulations. • Food items are produced by the ability to bake, roast, broil, steam, fry, grill, chop, measure, and mix ingredients, etc. by hand or using power operated equipment. • Monitor and restock service areas by assuring food product quality and availability. • Pull/prepare and produce food items for further use. • Train hourly and other Classified employees to do the same.
Percentage Of Time	65

Job Duty Category	Sanitation and Food Safety
Duty/Responsibility	• Determine if areas meet established level of cleanliness and when to do appropriate scheduled cleaning. • Record/verify temperature control checks (HACCP). Garnish foods in an attractive manner. • Also check quality of work of the hourly employees. Report safety hazards if seen.
Percentage Of Time	15

Job Duty Category	Food Handling
Duty/Responsibility	• Monitor, supervise and assist in handling food and supply items properly by storing, refrigerating, freezing or disposing following safety, sanitation, and operation guidelines. • Record and access customer counts, food preparation, production, inventory and all other information pertinent to Computrition Menu Management System. • Train hourly and other Classified employees to do the same.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Inventory Management
Duty/Responsibility	• Conduct inventory and orders by gathering data, past and present, to meet the need for future foods and supplies. • Using the Computrition Purchase Requirements Report determine items needed & quantities to be ordered.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Customer Service
Duty/Responsibility	• Assure established rules and regulations are enforced and followed by colleagues and customers. • Establish and nurture a positive relationship with customers.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Meeting Attendance and Other Duties
Duty/Responsibility	• Attend assigned meetings and training sessions passing appropriate assessments as applicable (I.e.Dining, Departmental, Unit, ServSafe, Allergy Training, New Employee Training, etc.). • Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time	2

Job Duty Category	Kitchen Operations
Duty/Responsibility	• Open kitchen and turn on equipment by exercising safety, sanitation and security procedures. OR • Close kitchen and shut down equipment by exercising safety, sanitation and security procedures.
Percentage Of Time	3

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the *Work Experience* section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. The *Work Experience is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.* INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. Please see the *Required Documents* section of the posting. NOTES Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. All status updates for this position will be sent via email from [email protected] , OR the Employment Consultant facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at https://jobs.colostate.edu Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Colorado State University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources – Employment Office, at [email protected] or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Please check the Help link online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/help/ for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare., Special Requirements/Other - Per CSU HDS food safety training policy, the incumbent must successfully pass the ServSafe certification exam within 6 months of hire date., Pre-employment Physical - Must successfully pass the WorkSteps pre-placement exam.
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights	If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

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