Food Service Employee - Cook

Food Service Employee - Cook

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of a variety of meals while following standardized recipes and food safety guidelines. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health regulations. Assist with food preparation, portioning, and inventory management to ensure efficient kitchen operations. Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, monitors food quality, and ensures timely meal service. Provides excellent customer service by accommodating special requests when appropriate and working collaboratively with team members to deliver a positive dining experience. Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Position may require travel within the college's service area to provide services either campus Caf or for the College's Childcare Center as needed as well as other travel as needed.

Major Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Check menu daily for list of items to be prepared;
• Prepares, cooks, and serves meals according to recipes and quality standards.
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, and dining areas.
• Assists with receiving, storing, and rotating food inventory using FIFO practices.
• Monitors food temperatures and ensured proper food handling procedures.
• Works efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting service deadlines.
• Collaborates with kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assists with dishwashing, cleaning, and other kitchen support duties as needed.
• Serves food items at scheduled mealtimes according to standardized procedures;
• Assists in preparing meals for banquets, civic groups, receptions, etc., when requested;

• Prepares special diets for students when requested;
• Reports maintenance needs to the supervisor immediately;
• Assists in stocking shelf items, freezer, and coolers as items are received;
• Completes all assigned trainings in a timely manner
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Competencies:

• Knowledge of basic food safety practices for preparing and serving food
• Knowledge of personal hygiene
• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and uses of the correct chemicals
• Ability to read, measure and follow recipes
• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with the public

Location / Work Schedule:

The College is seeking positions for the Warner Robins Caf. Current schedule is projected to be 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, however, a flexible schedule to include day/evening and/or weekend hours will be required as needed. Position may require travel within the college's service area to provide services as needed at the Macon or Warner Robins Caf, as well as other travel as needed. This position is scheduled to work 12 months per calendar year and at 40 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications:

• None required

Preferred Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, provide transcripts of conferred degrees and demonstrate in the employment history possession of one or more of the following:

• Documented six (6) months or more work-related experience
• Documented SafeServ certification

Salary / Benefits:

The selected candidate can expect to receive a contingent offer with an annual gross salary of $33,280.00. This is a fulltime position scheduled to work all 12 months a year and at 40 hours per week. Position is eligible for state benefits to include retirement, insurance, leave accrual and holiday pay. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).

Application Procedure:

Applicants are required to complete the employment application in full and provide supporting documentation by the stated closing deadline for the position. GCTC does not accept mailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications.

Applicants who complete the application procedure will be evaluated for meeting the position requirements based on the published job responsibilities, meeting the minimum and preferred qualifications based on the educational history, employment skills presented under job duties in the application system against the published job announcement. A completed application packet consists of the following:

A completed application packet through Team Georgia Careers.

As applicable, applicants for instructional positions are asked to provide a resume in addition to completing the CGTC application. Applicants for non-instructional positions may provide a resume if they wish. Submission of the resume does not replace the requirement to complete the CGTC electronic application.

Postsecondary transcripts that demonstrate the conferral of the degree, if applicable, and demonstrates the applicant meets the educational minimum requirements and, if applicable, the preferred educational requirements (grade reports and diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of transcripts)

Non-photo license(s) and/or certification(s) which fulfill the minimum, and if applicable the preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement

Incomplete application packets at the time of the position closing may not be considered. It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain and upload the application documentation by the stated deadline.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and Human Resources may begin scheduling interviews as applications are received. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and hired. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the interview process may begin before all applications are reviewed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.

For more information concerning our application process or available positions, please contact the Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email to View email address on click.appcast.io.

All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre-employment screenings:

Criminal History Records Motor Vehicle Records

Employment References Pre-Employment Drug Test

Fingerprint Records Credit History Records

Psychological Screening Medical Examination

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io; Fax View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io.

All application materials are subject to the Georgia Open Records Act O. C. G. A. 50-18-70.

Minimum Qualifications:

No experience is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or

Georgia Department of Public Health