Cook, Assistant Jobs

• Works to meet the mission and core values of Harvard University Dining Services with enthusiasm and a spirit of cooperation.
• Recycles products per policy and procedure.
• Follows sanitation standards in compliance with all regulatory agencies including Harvard Environmental Health and Safety regulations.
• Maintains current certifications as required.
• Heats soups, sauces and prepared products ensuring product has reached appropriate temperature before serving.
• Reads and follows standardized recipes.
• Represents HUDS to students, faculty, staff and guests in a positive and professional manner.
• Cools, refrigerates, labels and properly stores food according to HACCP procedures.
• Complies with State of Massachusetts and Dining Services’ “Food Employee Illness Policy”.
• Attends trainings as assigned.
• Prepares and cooks menu items according to proper preparation methods in small batches and/or as required by business needs.
• Accurately fills out sanitation and temperature logs and food service records as required. Informs person in charge when corrective action is needed.
• Tastes and evaluates all food before service to ensure food quality standards are met, consults manager with any concerns.
• Fries, grills, sautés, roasts, bakes, braises and steams food products as needed.
• Accurately measures food temperatures.
• Carves or slices meat for service both in back-of-house setting and at carving stations in front-of- house setting when necessary.
• Leaves work station clean and re-stocked.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Accurately records portion amount of food used during meals on service records.
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of catered functions.
• Demonstrates a “Clean as you go” philosophy maintaining sanitary and organized work space and equipment.
• Knowledgeable in use of all standard kitchen equipment.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management team and guests

• Must be neat in appearance and comply with proper dress code as designated by HUDS.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced diverse environment.
• Must have strong multi-tasking skills.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management and guests.
• Must have proficiency with kitchen tools and equipment without restrictions
• Must have relevant knife skills.

• ServSafe certification within first year of employment.
• • ServSafe certification within first year of employment.
  • Previous experience in a University environment preferred.
• Previous experience in a University environment preferred.

• Occasional: climbing, squatting, sitting
• Continuous: standing, manual dexterity, reaching, walking, lifting, handling
• Frequent: push/pull, bending
• Must be able to routinely lift 50 lbs. without restrictions

Emergency Status Designation: Essential

Note: This job description may vary or change based on the needs of the business.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

Hospitality & Dining Services

USA - MA - Cambridge

230008 Cook, Assistant

On-Site

Dining Services/ Assistant Cook

Dining Services

Full-time

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21 - Hotel, Rest Emp Int Loc 26

26.41

28.15

Criminal, Drug Testing, Employment, Identity

Flexible Schedule/ 8 hours per day 5 days per week

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.