About Vassar College

Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college.

Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape .

Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference.

The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.

Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus. Position Summary and Responsibilities Perform duties assigned by the Head Chef or Supervisor, including but not limited to :

• Preparation of ingredients and assembly of product following recipes. May break down and prepare proteins for service, including but not limited to, beef, chicken, pork.
• Prepare pans for oven and broiler.
• Load and unload ovens and broilers.
• Cooking techniques such as grilling, frying and broiling, brick oven, and sautéing to order.
• Set-up steam kettles and unload including but not limited to pasta and rice.
• Slice, dice, julienne & blanch vegetables for service.
• May follow a simple recipe, including but not limited to composed salad, compound butter or oil, salad dressing, pizza sauces, basic sauces;

including but not limited to spicy mayonnaises, or mustard’s, chutneys.

• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment per guidelines.
• Keep fryers, ranges and broilers clean.
• Check and get supplies.
• Responsible for keeping kitchen and satellite stations and equipment clean.
• Maintain a clean, safe and sanitary work station, equipment and utensils.
• Safely operate machinery and equipment and set up / breakdown work stations.

The Chef Helper is a part of the success of the food service program, by following all Health Department regulations, Food Standards laid out by Vassar College with regards to food quality, freshness, presentation & ECO Sure Audit Compliance.

Schedule : Academic Year, Gordon Commons

Monday 10 : 30am-7 : 00pm, Thursday Sunday, 1 : 00pm-9 : 30pm, Tuesday and Wednesday Off

This position will have a written and cooking test. Qualifications

• Sound level knowledge of proper food handling HACCP.
• Sound level knowledge of sanitation.
• Knowledge of proper operation of commercial food service equipment.
• Ability to place, position and move heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work with little supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff and customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing.
• Willingness to work overtime as available. Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Last updated : 2024-05-10