Head Cook

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Head Cook 00466

Role Title

Position Number

Position Number 00466

FLSA

FLSA Non Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Full Time

Type of Posting

Type of Posting General Public

Is Sensitive Position?

Is Sensitive Position? No

Designated Personnel

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.

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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

Statement of Economic Interest No

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Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?

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

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This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective

Our mission is to serve quality products with fast and friendly service in a clean atmosphere.

Purpose of the Position

Under the direction of Director of Catering/Executive Chef and Sous Chef Manager, this position oversees and participates in the planning and production, storage, rotation, and preparation of food items for Christopher Newport University’s catering events. Additionally, this position will direct all kitchen activities to ensure food items are prepared as needed in appropriate quantities and according to established quality guidelines for customer needs.

• Ability to read and write
• Demonstrated basic math skills
• Knowledge of all types of cooking methods 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 stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in congested work areas
• Ability to work in areas where wet processes are used
• Ability to wear protective footwear
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced atmosphere
• Ability to work independently at remote satellite kitchens or catering sites
• Ability to work varying shifts to include early mornings, nights, and weekends

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma.

Experience:

• Experience working in a kitchen at any of the following establishments: fine dining restaurant, campus dining facility, hotel/resort, country club, or military food service facility.

Education:

• Some culinary art school courses.
• Serv Safe certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.

Experience:

• Supervisory experience.

Salary Information Salary $35,477 to $44,346, Commensurate with Education and Experience

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/

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Role Code

Role Code 79212

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in…