Court Clerk jobs in Binghamton, NY

Join the bustling and energetic team at Campus Center Retail – the go-to daytime hotspot and home of Ithaca Bakery, Food Court, and Chick-N-Bap and run one of our specialty stations! The Cook II is responsible and accountable for:

• Hot food production and running specialty food stations.
• Accurately and efficiently preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting various hot and cold food items for various meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events.
• Cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, kosher, and sanitation procedures.

Supervision:

The Cook II reports to the Food Court Assistant Manager for daily operations and administrative business operations. 

Responsibilities:

1. Learn and adhere to all food preparation guidelines established by the Ithaca College Dining Services culinary leadership team.
2. Lead a specialty food station or ongoing culinary assignment under the supervision of senior cooks, sous chefs, and executive chefs. 
3. Prepare food per current applicable federal, state, and cultural standards, as well as guidelines and regulations to yield high-quality food service.
4. Set up the kitchen and each workstation for every meal with all needed ingredients and equipment.
5. Safely utilize and operate various utensils, including knives and equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
6. Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to plan production accurately.
7. Work with operational and culinary staff to requisition products, supplies, and equipment.
8. Clean and sanitize all workstations and equipment and follow all Ithaca College and regulatory rules and procedures.
9. Attend all required training sessions, including allergy, foodborne illness, and safety training.
10. Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and cultivate an inclusive, diverse, and respectful Ithaca College community. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students, and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant experience related to food preparation in a restaurant or other relevant establishment.
• Working knowledge of food preparation and cooking processes (e.g., roasting, steaming, frying, sautéing, baking, broiling, grilling, braising) and equipment. 
• Food handling and food safety skills and allergen knowledge.
• Ability to adhere to all food preparation and service standards set by Ithaca College Dining Services staff. 
• Capacity to read and follow written and electronic recipes. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service while working effectively and respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and some holidays. 
• Demonstrate proficient knife skills and complete a cooking demonstration as part of the interview process. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Grubhub and order ticket systems.
• Additional education and experience, including collegiate/university food service. 
• Understanding of HACCP procedures. 
• ServSafe Certification. 

Work Environment:

The Cook II completes work within an accessible, safe, indoor, and occasional outdoor environment. Long periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds) may be necessary. Employees will be issued and/or required to wear slip-resistant shoes, cut gloves, and operate kitchen equipment. 

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Hiring Range: 

$18.88.  We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community.  For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness