Job Description:

Working Title:

Assistant Cook 00543

Role Title:

Food Service Technician I

Position Number:

00543

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

Yes

If Restricted Position, please paste statement:

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective:

To provide excellent food and services to residential students, faculty and staff.

Purpose of the Position:

Under the direction of the Food Service Manager and First Cook, this position prepares and produces assigned menu items by reading and comprehending recipes. It also assigns and monitors jobs of subordinate personnel. Additionally, this position will perform other duties as assigned to include but not limited to serving and cleaning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• Ability to read and write


• Demonstrated basic math skills


• Knowledge of all types of cooking methods by reading and converting recipes


• Knowledge of all kitchen equipment


• Good organizational skills


• Ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently


• Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinates


• Ability to work in extreme temperatures


• Ability to work in congested work areas and areas where wet processes are used


• Ability to wear protective footwear


• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience working in a high volume kitchen.


• Previous experience with high volume feeding.

Additional Consideration(s):

Education:

• ServSafe certified.


• Some culinary arts school coursework or equivalent practical experience.

Experience:

• Supervisory experience working in a high volume production kitchen.


• Previous experience at a college or university.

Salary Information:

Starting at $30,146, commensurate with education and experience

Role Code:

79211

Conditions of Employment:

This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;


This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and CNU employee benefits;Selected candidate must attend 2-day New Employee Orientation Program;


Selected candidate must have the ability to stand for long periods of time;


Selected candidate must have the ability to work in extreme temperatures;


Selected candidate must have the ability to work in congested work areas and areas where wet processes are used.

Posting Number:

PS976P

Posting Date:

04/25/2024

Closing Date:

05/09/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.


CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).


Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) as issued under Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms with their application, in order to receive credit.


Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.


In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.


CNU, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), is fully committed to access and opportunity.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/17445

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.




Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement


Christopher Newport University and its employees demonstrate a positive and professional attitude. Practices inclusive leadership and treats everyone with dignity and respect. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, as well as fully support the "Students First" value.

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