Food Service Worker IV - Cook

Food Service Worker IV - Cook

31 Dec 2025
California, Stanford, 94305 Stanford USA

Food Service Worker IV - Cook

Food Service Worker IV - CookResidential & Dining Enterprises, Stanford, California, United StatesNewFood ServicesPost Date 4 hours agoRequisition # 105559This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the University by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. The department has an annual operating budget of over $350M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising a 7 million sq. ft. physical plant across the campus. In autumn quarter of the 2021-22 academic year, R&DE will return to providing housing for over 13,000 students and dependents, serving meals at 17 dining halls, 12 retail locations, and operating athletic concessions and conference operations. Additionally, R&DE comprises 900 FTE staff in the following divisions: Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, and a team of R&DE strategic business partners: Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications.“Students (Customers) First” is the mantra of R&DE and our strategic goals reflect our commitment to delivering quality and excellence to our constituents every day. In R&DE, “Excellence is defined by aligning our strategic goals and performance with our vision.”ABOUT STANFORD HOSPITALITY & AUXILIARIES:Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, a division within R&DE at Stanford University is committed to excellence and the highest level of customer service. It is recognized nationally for operating at “the cutting edge” of the industry receiving exceptional service ratings and numerous awards, including the Restaurant & Institutions Magazine Ivy Award for excellence in food service and hospitality. The Ivy Award is one of the industry’s most prestigious and coveted awards, give to those operations that meet the highest standards of food, hospitality and service. With R&DE’s vision “to be the best in the business” Stanford Hospitality and Auxiliaries is a Certified Green Business practicing sustainability in its purchasing and using equipment and processes that reduce solid waste and preserve natural resources. The highest Acterra Sustainability Award was received in 2006, in recognition of these initiatives.This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.SUMMARY OF POSITION:Employees at this level carry out a variety of food preparation tasks of limited complexity. Prepare all Hot/cold foods, and in doing so, make decisions regarding the quality of produce, portioning of ingredients, seasoning and attractiveness of the final product. In addition to the preparation of specific menu items (working from standardized recipes and daily production sheets provided by management) order supplies from the storerooms, pre-pare menu items for following meals and store leftover food. They may substitute menu selections within guidelines established by management.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:· Maintain an excellent working knowledge of all recipes, ingredients, presentation standards and quality adherence standards.· Cook all recipes according to brand standards.· As Culinary Lead ensure that all foods prepared by other staff-members are prepared and served to recipe specification.· Communicate to staff needed tasks, new business issues, and areas of concern.· Be a certified trainer and oversee all training of new staff members in relation to food handling or preparation.· Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained on raw ingredients and prepared food items to keep up with the demands of the business.· Ensure all stocks are held at correct temperatures, properly rotated, labeled, dated and covered.· Ensure all kitchen and food service areas are clean and sanitary· Ensure all staff members are following food safety standards.· Communicate any opportunities, problems or areas of concern to manager.QUALIFICATIONS:· Serve-Safe Certified.· Good working knowledge of kitchen, cooking skills, knife skills and prep techniques.· 2 to 5 years cooking experience in commercial kitchen.· Organized in administrative and restaurant work practices.· Possesses excellent follow through skills and attention to detail.· Possesses a high energy level and able to sustain a high volume and fast paced environment for extended periods of time.· Ability to communicate positively and train staff with all levels of experience and ability.· Passion for excellence.· Ability to interact effectively with customers and co-workers.· Must adhere to the department policies and procedures.· Valid CA Driver LicenseENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS:Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students) by listening and speaking clearly to them.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to stand for prolonged periods, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items. Physical agility critical to perform essential job functions. Lift up to 25 lbs pounds must have manual dexterity. Ability to work around hot equipment (stoves, grills, ovens).WORKING CONDITIONS AND FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE :· Extreme Temperature Changes (10%-30%)· Walking (30%-60%)· Standing (50%-80%)· Sitting (10%-20%)· Bending (10%-50%)· Squatting (10%-20%)· Hand and Finger Dexterity (10%-40%)· Reaching (10%-50%)· Climbing (10%-20%)· Noise (90%-100%)· Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling· Up to 10 Pounds (30%-60%)· Up to 25 Pounds (20%-50%)· Up to 50 Pounds (10%-20%)· Over 50 Pounds (5%-10%)The expected pay for this position is $31.88 (Step 1) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.Internal candidate rates will be applied based on the CBA language for promotion and transfer.Why Stanford is for You:Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Additional Information

Schedule: Full-time

Job Code: 7288

Employee Status: Regular

Grade: A63

Requisition ID: 105559

Work Arrangement : On Site

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