The Lead Catering Cook is responsible for following instructions provided by Catering Chefs and seeing events thru from beginning to end when Catering Chefs are not present by leading the BOH staff thru execution of the event.  This may include loading and transport between buildings on campus.  It will include all other elements of prep, cooking, serving and wrapping up an event according to Catertrax orders and full-time catering team guidance. Typical workdays fall on Tuesday-Saturday.  

This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. The hiring range for this position is $20.27-$26.60 per hour.

Ensures that food is properly and safely prepared, stored, and served while complying with all applicable sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards, appropriately using supplies and equipment to minimize loss and waste.  Fluent in Serve Safe guidelines.    Demonstrates high levels of kitchen skills and knowledge of kitchen vocabulary and use of equipment.    Reviews production sheets and Catertrax menus with catering chefs and prepares appropriate food items according to recipes and in adequate volume by following catering chefs instructions.    Communicates clearly with all BOH/FOH personnel to ensure proper quality and quantity of food produced in a timely manner.  Supports Catering chefs by leading other on call BOH cooks and other BOH support positions as needed and is able to lead an this group through and event when catering chefs are not present  The ability to self-manage and lead others with integrity with our department mission and community reputation in mind at all times is essential.    Assumes responsibility for the care, upkeep and of all Middlebury College catering and kitchen spaces and all equipment   Must acquire and maintain Middlebury College Drivers License (to operate van, gator and box truck)  Must have knowledge of the flow of a function and be able to adjust as necessary and on a moment’s notice.  Must be willing to learn basic functions of Middlebury Catering’s Catertrax platform