Kitchen Supervisor – The Commons

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Location
 

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
 

Job Summary
 

Oversees the handling and preparation of food and performs general cooking duties for dining halls, retail locations and/or catering events. Oversees food quality, safety and sanitation for the production area. Supports Sous Chef in execution of station checklists, staff oversight, maintaining high food standards and other duties related to kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Responsibilities
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists in overseeing staff in assigned area
2. Performs general cooking and/or baking duties per established guidelines and assigned location(s)
3. Leads continuous training in food preparation techniques, safety and quality control
4. Assists Sous Chef in testing and implementing new recipes to the menu
5. Assists Sous Chef with menu development
6. Ensures a high food quality following established regulations and guidelines, including tasting food for quality control
7. Performs other preparation and sanitation duties as required
8. Leads the preparation of bakery and station items from scratch

Required Qualifications
 

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Other Required Qualifications
Manager ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire
Required Experience
Two (2) years of related cooking and/or baking experience

Preferred Qualifications
 

Preferred Qualifications
Technical training in commercial food service preferred
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Culinary degree or certificate from a culinary arts program
Preferred Experience
Previous lead or supervisor experience in a restaurant or food service location
Previous experience in an institutional or commercial operation

Proposed Salary
 

The salary range for this position is $17.50 to $19.50 based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
 

ABILITIES
Able to maintain a neat and professional appearance
Able to lead by example
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of food service terminology
Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation regulations and food handling procedures
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Basic computer skills for applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity
 

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, [email protected].
 

Other Information
 

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.

Background Check
 

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.  Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.  Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf