Culinary Worker II (CS27-002)

About the Role

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Culinary Worker II. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

Employee performs routine and repetitive kitchen tasks such as food preparations prior to cooking or serving raw food; compile and prepare ingredients prior to cooking; sets table, serves food and cleans-up food service equipment and areas. He/She works under direct supervision from a designated supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of work experience in food preparation in a commercial setting.
• As required by the position to be filled, possession of the Illinois Department of Public Health, Food Handler Training Certification (from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited trainer).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of food terms, materials, equipment, and methods used to prepare food.
• Knowledge of materials and methods used to prepare food on large scale, use and care of relevant utensils and equipment, and food values and nutrition.
• Knowledge of weights and measurements (i.e. pound, ounce, cup, gallon).
• Ability to pass food handler's examination.
• Strong service orientation, actively looking for ways to help people.
• Knowledge of sanitary procedures and directives; how to use simple cleaning solutions and equipment.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Detail oriented and thorough in completing work tasks.