East Georgia State College Looking for Staff – Full-time Food Service Worker II at Swainsboro, GA

Participates in the work of preparing a large volume of meats, vegetables, and other foods following standardized recipes, within required production schedule and sanitation standards. May also prepare meats and vegetables using skill in frying, grilling and sautéing. Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling and piercing. Portions food per recipe and add garnishes as required. May select recipes per menu cycle, prepare bakery items, May supervise personnel and assist in training of (students and temporary staff) to maintain all kitchen areas. Consults with supervisor to determine best methods of preparation for individual food items. Gives special attention to overall appearance of food prepared. May direct and maintains highest standards of safety and sanitation in assigned areas. Inspects refrigerators and the work of other employees to prevent food waste. Supervises and participates in the cleaning of the kitchen, food preparation equipment or coffee shops. Reading production sheets carefully before starting each meal; recording on productions sheet total weight of foods prepared, and recording the time of menu run-outs on production sheets. Operates standard cooking equipment such as: Mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, coolers, freezers, baking ovens and stoves. Coordinates with manager on equipment maintenance and upkeep. Receive and maintain inventory of supplies (ingredients, prepackaged food items, cups, lids, napkins, etc.). Promotes excellence in customer service and provides fast, courteous, professional customer service and promotes the interest and mission of EGSC Dining Services. Must be able to multi-task and remain professional while under pressure. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Greets customers and provides quick, friendly, and personal, yet professional, service.
• Prepares menu items using item standard recipes and measurements.
• Maintains the highest level of standards for all product preparation and presentation.
• Follows health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for all products and equipment.
• Generates customer satisfaction by responding appropriately to customer concerns.
• Serves food items to customers.
• Answers telephone in a friendly manner, using a professional greeting.
• Adheres to appropriate uniform standards of dress and behavior in the workplace.
• Follows standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating, storing, and recording products and inventory.
• Opens and closes, following a checklist.
• Performs assigned cleaning tasks in accordance with cleaning standards.
• Communicates with supervisor to solve problems and improve quality and service.

• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent or HR evaluation of education and experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
• Food/beverage preparation and service is required.

• Completion of a vocational training course in food preparations and service; and or experience in large-scale institutional or commercial cooking. Including some supervisory experience; or and equivalent combination of training and experience.

Please attach any vocational training certificates in food preparation and service.

• Ability to operate food preparation equipment, including, but not limited to:o Mixing Machines
• Steam cookers
• Toasters
• Food Choppers
• Slicers
• Coolers
• Freezer
• Baking ovens
• Stoves
• Knowledge of food safety and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to maintain stock of ingredients and supplies.
• Must be proficient with knife skills.
• Able to follow recipes in English.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.
• Must be organized and a problem solver.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at 478-289-2035. Deaf and Hard of Hearing callers may access our campus phone numbers by utilizing your state relay service (such as the Georgia Relay Service) or by utilizing Video Remote Services. East Georgia State College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Tobacco-free Institution, Federal law requires ID and employment eligibility verification prior to employment. Georgia is an Open Records state. East Georgia State College (EGSC) is an associate and baccalaureate degree granting, residential, liberal arts state college of the University System of Georgia, providing its students access to academically transferable programs of study, collaborative programs in occupation-related fields, and targeted baccalaureate level degrees. East Georgia State College is accredited by the University System of Georgia, providing its students access to academically transferable programs of study, collaborative programs in occupation-related fields, and targeted baccalaureate level degrees. East Georgia State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of East Georgia State College.

An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with East Georgia State College, as determined by East Georgia State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, and if applicable, a satisfactory credit check, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), physical and drug screening.