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Swarthmore College

Culinary Associate

Swarthmore, PA · On-site

Culinary Associate Job no: 495890 Work type: Full Time Location: Swarthmore Categories: Staff ... Record food temp logs of hot and cold food items. * Follow all food safety HACCP requirements

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AspectTemporary CulinaryTemporary Line Cook
CredentialsBasic culinary skills, food handler permitsBasic culinary skills, food handler permits
Work EnvironmentHotels, catering, events, restaurantsRestaurants, hotels, catering
Employer UsageEvent companies, hospitality agenciesRestaurants, hotels, catering services
Search IntentTemporary culinary staffing, event catering jobsTemporary line cook jobs, restaurant staffing

Temporary Culinary roles typically involve a range of culinary tasks in various settings like events, hotels, and catering. Temporary Line Cooks focus specifically on food preparation in restaurant or hotel kitchens. Both roles require basic culinary skills and are used by hospitality employers for short-term staffing needs, but they differ mainly in scope and work environment.

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Culinary Assistant Project Manager

Culinary Assistant Project Manager

Cotton Holdings

Katy, TX • On-site

$20/hr

Temporary

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Culinary Assistant Project Manager
Department: Culinary
Employment Type: Temporary
Location: Katy, TX
Compensation: $20.00 / hour
Description
Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology, and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments.
Summary
The Culinary Assistant Project Manager is an important part of the overall culinary team and customer relationship experience at Cotton. The ideal candidate will have experience with back of the house operations and front of the house operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a family-oriented company with competitive compensation, growth opportunities, employee benefits and other perks.
Key Responsibilities
Major Responsibilities
  • Receives and reviews information from PM on contracted event(s).
  • May be involved in site walks.
  • Completes load lists for events.
  • Trains kitchen staff/temporary labor.
  • Menu - Makes sure all ingredients are available and loaded.
  • Cross checks all rentals, staffing and Third-Party vendors 48 hours before event.
  • Supports PM with rentals (Check out, Inventory, Collect after event, Inventory, Return)
  • Asset info (submit to Asset Manager for coordination)
  • Clearly communicates event details to upper management.
  • Reviews load sheets with staff.
  • Point of Contact for Client with the PM at the time of event when BD is not present.
  • Submits necessary reports timely and accurately.
  • Oversees and directs event staff.
  • Coordinates pre-event huddles.
  • Reviews event timelines with staff and management.
  • Supports PM with positions and tasks.
  • Final Walk 30 minutes before event starts.
  • Assists with control of prep, coordination, and timing of food and beverage.
  • Communicates with staff concerning timelines.
  • Manages guest space ensuring cleanliness of kitchen, food stations, tables, etc.
  • Overseas breakdown and clean up.
  • Final walk of completed event.
  • Check out with and thank client before leaving.

Background Requirements:
Education:
  • Bachelor's or Culinary degree preferred
  • College Degree (preferred)
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Culinary training and/or certifications is a plus

Experience:
  • 3 years Chef experience or 5 years heavy kitchen operational management experience

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Food Cost
  • Labor Cost
  • Menu development and planning
  • Cooperation and Teamwork
  • Awareness
  • Follow-through
  • Sense of Urgency
  • RV and mobile kitchen experience a plus.
  • Must be willing and able to travel for extended periods of time up to 60 days
  • Ability to be flexible in schedule to meet operational needs. This may require occasionally working outside regularly schedule hours

Disclaimer:
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.
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