Aggie Commons Cook

About the role

The Aggie Commons Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented campus dining environment. This position requires culinary knowledge, strong organizational skills, attention to food safety, and a commitment to providing excellent service to students, faculty, staff, and campus guests. The Cook works collaboratively with dining team members to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, consistently, and in accordance with Utah State University Dining Services standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and portion guidelines.
• Ensure all food is prepared and served in compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Aid in food preparation, inventory rotation, and proper storage using First In, First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Monitor product quality and communicate any concerns regarding ingredients, equipment, or food safety to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with cooks, supervisors, chefs, and other Dining Services staff to ensure efficient meal production and excellent customer service.
• Aid in menu implementation and provide feedback to support menu improvements and operational efficiency.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and according to established procedures.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive working relationship with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Support special events, catering, and other Dining Services operations as assigned.
• Perform opening, closing, and cleaning duties to ensure kitchen readiness for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Food Handler Permit or ServSafe Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team while demonstrating professionalism and respect for others.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standardized recipes.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as operational needs require.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in institutional, commercial, or high-volume food service.
• Experience using commercial kitchen equipment and preparing food in large quantities.

Benefits

We work with your school schedule & support you as a student first
Learn skills that will last your whole life
Free meal for every shift you work
Great Work Environment & Social Atmosphere
Excellent Employee Recognition Program
Conveniently on Campus near classes and housing
Get paid to make lifelong friendships with people of diverse backgrounds and fields of study

Pay

$13.00-$16.00 Depending on Experience

Schedule

Sunday-Thursday 3PM-11PM