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About Us Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Location Marietta campus: 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Job Summary Assists with all aspects of food preparation as part of the culinary team. Assists with gathering food items, reading recipes, and constructing food items. Ensures quality controls and recipe standardization are in compliance with approved standards. Monitors and enforces food sanitization and safety standards. Based on business need and as directed by the leader, may work in front or back of house operations. Responsibilities Cleans and preps fresh produce Preps and properly cooks raw ingredients for use following proper food handling and safety guidelines Gathers, weighs, measures, and assembles all ingredients for recipes Reads and follows recipes Ensures food quality through tasting Constructs food items per guidelines Sets up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for food preparation Completes food temperature checks before service and as needed per established guidelines Maintains daily production records Maintains and operates equipment according to approved safety standards Stores food properly and safely, following established guidelines marking the date and item, etc. Acts as a lead in the absence of the lead role, at the direction of leadership Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Other Required Qualifications ServSafe certified or obtains certification within twelve (12) months of hire Required Experience One (1) year of experience working in food handling at a retail, food service, bakery, warehouse or grocery establishment or the successful completion of a qualified culinary program. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Culinary degree or certificate from a culinary arts program Preferred Experience Previous experience working in a food service establishment, restaurant or large‑scale production kitchen Proposed Salary The salary range for this position is $15.00 to $16.50 based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits Abilities Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Must maintain a high degree of personal hygiene, appearance and cleanliness Supports food safety and quality control training Able to be courteous and dependable Able to work with diverse population Able to work non‑traditional shifts (evenings, nights and/or weekends) Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines Skills Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Intermediate knife skills Basic skills with computer 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. Other Information This is not 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. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Standard Enhanced #J-18808-Ljbffr Kennesaw State University