Production Cook (Dining Services III, up to $2,500 Signing Bonus)

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 21 Feb 2023

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Production Cook (Dining Services III, up to $2,500 Signing Bonus)
Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523
Work Location
Classification Title Dining Services III
Posting Number 202300066P
Position Type State Classified
Open Date 02/03/2023
Close Date 02/21/2023
Salary $2,963 (some shifts may be eligible for 7.5% shift differential pay) monthly + 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/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-sc.pdf .
Work Location Full-time
State Classified Hourly No
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit
Housing & 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 Ram Card, communications, sustainability, facilities, human resources, technology services, workplace education 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, in addition to other campus and community guests. Our priority is providing our residents and guests with safe living environments, quality dining, and exceptional out-of-classroom 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. Staff is expected to uphold our values of customer-first service, commitment to students and staff, integrity, respect and teamwork, inclusiveness and diversity, innovation, stewardship, and to support the CSU Principles of Community.
Residential Dining
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, centralized cold preparation, 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.
Colorado State University & Fort Collins
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all of the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000-foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational and outdoor opportunities. u to learn more about working at CSU.
Position Summary
Fully operational cook preparing/producing foods from an established pre-printed menu and standardized recipes. Responsible for quality, quantity and appearance of foods prepared/served.
*These positions are eligible for a signing bonus of up to $2,500
Minimum Qualifications
* Two full-time years (24 months at full-time, 40 hrs/wk) of dining services experience working in a commercial kitchen. Note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent experience.
Substitutions
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:
• 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, proactive 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
• Produce food items 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.
• Record temperature checks (HACCP).
• Garnish foods in an attractive manner.
• Pull/prepare and produce food items for further use.
• Train hourly employees and other classifieds to do the same.
Percentage Of Time 55
Job Duty Category Sanitation
Duty/Responsibility
• Clean and sanitize all production and service areas, machinery/equipment, dishes and utensils according to sanitation guidelines and schedules.
• Service and monitor equipment.
• Train hourly employees and other classifieds to do the same
Percentage Of Time 18
Job Duty Category Food Inventory and Supply
Duty/Responsibility
• Properly handle food and supply items by storing, refrigerating, freezing or disposing following safety, sanitation, and operation guidelines.
• Conduct inventory and orders by gathering data, past and present, to meet the need for future foods and supplies.
• Record and access customer counts, food preparation, production, inventory and all other information pertinent to the menu management system.
• Train hourly and other classified employees to do the same.
Percentage Of Time 12
Job Duty Category Kitchen Operations
Duty/Responsibility
• Open (or close, depending on shift) kitchen and turn on (off) equipment by exercising safety, sanitation and securing procedures.
Percentage Of Time 8
Job Duty Category Customer Service
Duty/Responsibility
• Establish and nurture a positive relationship with customers.
• Comply with rules and regulations and ensure compliance of others.
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

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), Pre-employment Physical - Successfully complete the WorkSteps evaluation., 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.
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 Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 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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