Cook 1 Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 13179)

Description

Position Summary  

The Cook 1 performs skilled cooking duties and food preparation. The position works as a cold food cook and overseeing the tasks of others by assigning, instructing and reviewing their works. The position participates in the preparation and service of all cold foods during a shift. This position reports to the Food Service Manager.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $3,156/month - $4,173/month.

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. This is a 8-month cyclical position and actual annual wage will be prorated during cyclical periods.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

 

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

Bellevue College (BC) Food Services serves the college main campus by offering a full service cafeteria, three coffee shops and a Pizza Cafe (Housing) that serve hot food, light snacks, pastries, espresso, tea and beverages.

Essential Functions  

Cooking and Food Preparation

• Participates in large scale preparation and service of food on assigned shift; prepares cold foods as directed; anticipates and performs preliminary preparation necessary for next day's meals.
• Performs meat cutting work; bones fish and fowl; cleans prawns; wraps and stores meat; cooks' meat, fish, and poultry.
• Bakes pies, cakes, and cookies and prepares other desserts; pits and grinds fruit.
• Inspects food being prepared to ensure proper quantity, quality, and handling; instructs and trains employees and detail kitchen help in cooking, preparing, and handling food.
• Operates mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fry kettles, and other food equipment.
• Assists in preparing menus and determining amount of food to meet menu requirements; keeps records; makes reports.
• Prepares food items according to standard menus, recipes, and verbal instructions; prepares and cooks vegetables, meats, soups and cereals; prepares salads, desserts and beverages, quick breads, etc.
• Leads and participates in the cleaning of the kitchen and equipment; assures that standards of sanitation and safety are met.
• Adjusts recipes to volume of demand.
• Inventories and maintains necessary supplies and goods for assigned meals.
• Leads and participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products; rotate stock.
• Operates standard cooking equipment.
• Plans meals, keeps records, makes reports.
• Provides effective customer service for students, employees, and visitors.

Catering

• Manages catering for events and coordinate logistics for the preparation and service of food.
• Orders supplies and food for events, prepares food, coordinates with staff to ensure all catering supplies are complete and ready for events.
• Communicates and works with the catering manager for event orders.
• Supervises catering staff during events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  

• High School diploma or equivalent education/ experience
• At least one (1) year of cooking experience in a large scale food service or culinary operation.
• Knowledge of: 
  • Food values and nutrition.
  • Personal hygiene, food handling, sanitation, and safety precautions.
  • Care and use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Record keeping (e.g., inventory).
  • Report preparation (e.g., supply levels and usage).
• Demonstrated effective communication skills and ability to follow written and oral instruction. 
• Demonstrated effective customer service skills with employees, students, and visitors.
• Demonstrated ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
• Must have King County food handler's permit within 14 days of hire. 
• Experience working with diverse colleagues and students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Serve Safe and Culinary Arts certification. 
• Completion of a course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for one year of experience.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 10/15/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Please provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity
• Complete the Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: 
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271. 

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