Part-Time Cook

Job DetailsJob FamilySTAFF - Support StaffGradeCGSalary$16.31 - $19.63DepartmentMiami Culinary InstituteReports ToExecutive Chef, Sous Chef (Assistant Kitchen Manager)Closing DateOpen Until FilledFLSA StatusNon-ExemptFirst Review DateMay 19, 2025Position OverviewThis position cooks and prepares menu items consistent with Chef's specifications to include preparation of foods in the Root Cellar and 5 Diamond restaurants; as well as, catering where applicable.What you will be doingSets up all food prep stations, properly arranges all necessary cooking items and prepares the food to be cooked and plated by the Chef within the necessary time frameCooks and prepares menu items and clearly understands instructions by Chef and Sous ChefCommunicates effectively with guests, management, and Chef concerning any customer problems or issuesAdheres to proper cooking temperatures, methods, preparation, and plating proceduresEnsures that all work and kitchen areas are maintained in a clean fashion at all timesMinimizes waste through correct measurements, storage, and attention to detailMonitors food waste and maintains an accurate inventory of food itemsEnsures that all plates are cleaned properly and stored carefully to prevent breakageAdheres to all safety and sanitation regulations in all outletsPerforms other duties as assignedWhat you need to succeedMinimum of six (6) months of experience in a kitchen role within the culinary field or enrollment in Culinary Arts Program coursesTraining courses completed within sixty days of employment; to include but not limited to, Food Handlers, Beverage and Alcohol, and Responsible Vendors CertificationsAll educational credits/degrees must be from a regionally accredited institutionDemonstrates diplomacy and ability to establish a positive relationship with all internal/external users, staff and managementPossess effective verbal communication skillsKnowledge of proper and safe food handlingExtensive knowledge of precise cooking temperature requirements and methods of preparation and platingKnowledge of kitchen operations, set-up and utilizationAbility to adhere to work schedule and restaurant grooming standardsAbility to adhere to personal protective equipment safety standards where applicableAbility to take direction and carry out instructionsAbility to work in a demanding and fast paced environmentAbility to develop relationships with vendors to ensure eco-friendly practicesAbility to function well in an advanced food-energy-business technological environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environmentAdditional RequirementsThe final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITYMiami Dade College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran's status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation or genetic information.To obtain more information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies, procedures and practices, please contact the College's Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Cindy Lau Evans, Director, Equal Opportunity Programs/ ADA Coordinator/ Title IX Coordinator, at (305) 237-2577 (Voice) or 711 (Relay Service). 11011 SW 104 St., Room 1102-01; Miami, FL 33176. CRCTitleIXADA@mdc.edu