Sr. Cook, Full Time

Senior CookThe Senior Cook prepares food based on recipe and portion instructions provided by the organization. Further, the Senior Cook customizes food items on the menu to meet customers' requests and needs. Moreover, an employee in this position ensures that applicable standards and regulations are being always followed at assigned facilities.Core Job FunctionsRemains mindful of each individual customer's health conditions and religious requirements when preparing meals.Ensures meal quality and customer satisfaction.Maintains cleanliness of work area and ensures good personal hygiene.Assists in menu planning and costing and offers ideas.Oversees and trains junior staff and allocates work.Prepares beverages, main courses, desserts, and other applicable dishes.Maintains and operates all equipment used and ensures equipment is functioning properly at all times.Keeps records of food inventory and confirms adequate levels.Receives, stores, and signs for food items and supplies delivered by vendors.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.Core QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or licenseCertification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirementsExperience: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status: Full timeEmployee Type: Staff