Job Summary

RISD Dining is actively seeking temporary Prep Cooks to join its in-house dining and catering program. Be a part of the group that delivers exceptional hospitality by supporting local farms through seasonally-inspired menus, and utilizing the strengths of its staff to provide the absolute best in culinary artistry to the greater community.   

Temporary Prep Cooks assist the culinary and bakery staff in food preparation duties, including but is not limited to the gathering, washing, and cutting of vegetables, station-specific food production, and the following of recipes to produce daily items. They also maintain cleanliness and sanitation, and actively participate in a team setting, with keen attention to customer service, and to culinary and visual detail in support of Dining's mission. 

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and completes basic kitchen, commissary and catering items as assigned to specifications desired. Washes, peels, cuts, handles, presents and stores ingredients according to specifications.

• Completes preparation work, ensuring all ingredients are gathered, cleaned, available and ready for cooking. Under direct supervision, may assist cook with simple batch items and recipes such as, hamburgers, pancakes, and French fries.

• Set ups and breaks down and works various service areas, including, but not limited to bakery, pizza, deli, salad and serving line.

• Follows all health code procedures including but not limited to; temperature management, personal hygiene and sanitation.

• Assists in keeping food supplies in order by stocking, helping with monthly inventorying, and cleaning and sanitizing work, service and storage areas.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

• Rhode Island sanitation/ServSafe certification is required or must be obtained within the orientation and review period.

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• A minimum one (1) year of experience in food service with knowledge and skills necessary to properly perform required tasks including cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment. 

Union

No

Work Schedule

RISD Dining is a seven-day per week operation. Full- and part-time opportunities available. Specific schedule to be discussed with candidates.

All dining and catering staff are considered essential personnel to the school and are therefore required to attend work even when the school is closed.

Employment Status (Temp, Term, On-call, etc)

Temp, Full-Time, Part-Time

Grade

N/A

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume (Required)

Cover Letter (Preferred)

Salary Grade Structure

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.

The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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Temporary