EWU Chef

2021072CP

Snack Bar Lead

674O

No Exemption

C99506

N-817020 - Line Cook

Non-Exempt

BU 1

100

CS - 34

$33,492 – $43,272

As soon as possible

10 months per year

Cheney, WA

Spokane

Yes - Both

Vara Lyn Conrath

vconrath@ewu.edu

• Eastern Washington University is seeking Chefs for multiple restaurants on the Cheney campus. The chef positions are classified as Snack Bar Lead’s and work in Dining Services kitchens under the general direction of a supervisor or a production chef. They often work unsupervised and participate in the production of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, catering events, concessions, and other events. EWU kitchens are fast paced and full of energy. Experience is appreciated and rewarded, but we will train the right person. Salary is $17.99 – $21.20 hourly.

• The candidate selected for this position will be rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package which includes highly subsidized health/dental plans, retirement plan with 100% university match, generous paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays (adjusted accordingly), tuition waiver benefit and more!

• EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.

Eastern Washington University is a regional, comprehensive public university located in Cheney and Spokane, Washington, with programs offered throughout the state and online with an enrollment of over 12,000 students. Eastern is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington reporting to its own Board of Trustees.

Eastern’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 11,000 residents 16 miles southwest of the state’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the Brand new Catalyst building and on the Riverpoint Campus which is shared with Washington State University. Eastern also offers program throughout the state based on the needs of the community. Eastern offers an array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees and one applied doctorate in physical therapy. EWU offers 135 fields of study, 9 master’s degrees, 12 graduate certificates, 39 graduate programs, 1 educational specialist degree, and 1 applied doctorate to more than 10,000 enrolled students.

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

• This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

• All new employees must comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

• Upon hire employees must comply with franchise requirements regarding clothing and appearance, if applicable.

• This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This position requires the ability to stand and/or walk for up to 4 hours without a break. If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Vara Lyn Conrath at vconrath@ewu.edu.

No

No

No

Aprons, gloves, non-slip footwear. University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

• Valid Washington Driver’s license
• Valid Washington Food Handler’s Permit
• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years of experience in restaurant food service work, including one year of lead experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability, and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

• Culinary Arts degree or related degree in the food service field
• 2 years of college or university high volume food service experience.
• 1 year of kitchen supervisory experience.

• Able to work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and accomplish goals.
• Time management skills
• Must have good communication and supervisory skills.
• Knife skills.

Alternate

Alternate schedules will consist of forty(40) hours of work, with at least two (2)consecutive days off, in a seven(7) day period. Alternate schedules will not include split shifts. Employees may be assigned to work weeks and work shifts of different lengths in order to meet business and customer service needs.

11/05/2021

Yes

Immediately

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Application

35

Directs and participates in food service preparation and service, dish washing, sanitation, and other cleaning functions.

Yes

20

Leads student employees and other food service workers in the day-to-day operation of the food service location and, as needed, in other dining locations such as another kitchen, an espresso stand, or concession stand.

Yes

15

Directs and participates in the cleaning and maintenance of food service equipment and work areas; maintains compliance with all sanitation and safety regulations.

Yes

10

Maintains proper record keeping including work schedules, orders, requisitions, recipes, and production sheets.

Yes

10

Receives cash payments and charge slips from customers. Account for receipts through POS systems and credit card machines, and make deposits at the beginning and end of the work shifts.

Yes

5

Participates in the training of student employee and other food service workers.

Yes