Cook Job at Brown University

Cook

Brown University

Location:
United States

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

As a member of the production team and under general supervision, is responsible with others for the production and service of the menu of the day and/or catering meals using established procedures and standardized recipes while observing the highest standards of sanitation, safety and quality assurance.

Job Responsibility:

Responsible for the production and service of the menu of the day and/or catering meals using established procedures and standardized recipes while observing the highest standards of sanitation, safety and quality assurance
Knows the principles of and correctly performs basic culinary skills such as: vegetable and fruit preparation and cookery
salad and salad dressing preparation
egg cookery and grill work
sandwich and filling preparation and assembly
stock and soup cookery
basic sauce preparation
basic garde- manger plus buffet service
garnishing
sautéing
breading and deep fat frying
meat, poultry and fish cutting, broiling, roasting, braising, boiling, glazing, and stewing
and, preparation of simple desserts such as pudding, whipped cream, and bakeoff items
Understands basic organizational structure and reporting relationships
understands interrelationship between operating units, and adheres to established methods of requisitioning and transferring goods within and between units
Understands format of and follows standardized recipes and procedures, while observing standard holding and serving times and temperatures
Coordinates the efforts of others in accomplishing simple tasks, and assists subordinates in successfully accomplishing tasks
Always observes the highest standards of safety in performing tasks
Has complete understanding of the principles of, and consistently practices, safe food handling procedures
Operates assigned kitchen equipment correctly and safely
correctly disassembles, cleans and sanitizes all kitchen equipment
and maintains an uncluttered and sanitary work area
Performs basic equipment maintenance such as oiling, sharpening, etc
reports any malfunction or needed repair to supervisor
always leaves equipment in proper operating condition
Observes all policies, procedures and regulations of the kitchen, department and University
Improves skills by learning and demonstrating the tasks and responsibilities of Second Cook
Promotes teamwork by cooperating with and helping peers
is sensitive to the needs, perspectives, and beliefs of others
Maintains a neat, well-groomed appearance
Performs other tasks as requested

Requirements:

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
Basic math skills which render candidate capable of converting recipes and making volume-weight conversions
Ability to understand symbols of weight and measure
One- year experience as a Cook’s Helper or experience that demonstrates mastery of the tasks of cook as described below
Possess a willingness to promote a diverse and inclusive campus community
Ability to perform production tasks with speed, safety, efficiency, and accuracy within defined time frames while coordinating the efforts of others
Ability to tolerate extremes of heat and cold
Ability to operate all kitchen equipment correctly and safely

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Cook

Brown University

Location:
United States

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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