Extra Help Culinary Worker II - University Housing

Dining Services - University Housing Job SummaryPerforms duties associated with the preparation and serving of food product(s) for University Housing, Dining Services. All University Housing staff foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment within University Housing. Duties & Responsibilities Prepares or assists in the preparation of food items, including such tasks as cleaning, dicing, slicing and peeling food items, and weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.Performs simple cooking, grilling, and food preparation, such as boiling eggs, making jello, making toast, and making coffee; cooking items for cold salad preparation; assisting in mixing, kneading, panning, and baking bread/desserts.Prepares and assists in serving of food as required. Portions, serves and wraps the food, or places it directly on plates for service to patrons, such as cutting pies or sandwiches and making beverages.Cleans and sanitizes work areas, counters, tables, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.Maintains quality, appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and product levels of serving line during service.May oversee and train student employees and/or assigned personnel as required.Provides courteous service to guests and promotes good customer relations.Wraps and labels products for storage and plans for the re-utilization of leftover foods.Serves foods as required.Responsible for filling out production worksheets to track food production, product utilization, shortages, including overproduction and/or spoilage/waste.Reports equipment failures to the designated supervisor, maintains equipment and supplies needed in service area. Physical Demands and Working ConditionsPhysical Demands: Position involves frequent bending, relocating or transporting, remaining in a stationary position and moving throughout the assigned work area as well as moving and operating kitchen equipment. Working Conditions: The work is performed in an Industrial Kitchen where there is some discomfort in low temperature areas (-10 degrees F) and/or high temperature areas (90 degrees F). There is risk involved when working with dangerous machinery and wet floors. Industry standards related to cleanliness will be maintained at all times. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent.Six (6) months of work experience in food preparation in a commercial setting. Food Handlers Certification (FHC) accredited by the American National Standards Institute Based may be required upon hire or a newly selected employee may be required to complete this training (or equivalent) during an initial training period. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with staff and student from a variety of backgrounds.Knowledge of food terminology, ingredients, materials, equipment, and food preparation methods.Knowledge of large-scale food preparation methods, food values, nutrition, and the proper use and care of food preparation equipment and utensils.Knowledge of sanitation procedures, food safety practices, cleaning solutions, and equipment.Strong service orientation, including the ability to recognize and respond to the needs of others.Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and percentages.Ability to understand instructions, follow up with appropraite questions, and communicate effectively with others.Ability to comprehend instructions, procedures, and work-related documents.Strong attention to detail and ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and thoroughly. Rate of Pay: The rate of pay for Extra Help Culinary Worker II - University Housing positions start at $20.41 per hour, and increases based on level of work. The rate of pay is determined by the job description submitted by the department. Work Schedule: We offer short or long-term assignments up to 900 hours, which is about 6-months of full-time work. Employees can work either full or partial days and full or partial weeks. Extra Help Positions: Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within units. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Extra Help employees do not receive holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave. Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days, you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with the University of Illinois, including your position on and Civil Service register. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization. Application Procedures: Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 30, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Application instructions can be found at the following link: https://humanresources.illinois.edu/assets/docs/How-to-Apply-Instructions.pdf Questions: If you have additional questions regarding this Extra Help position, please contact Housing Human Resources at careers@housing.illinois.edu Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. This position is not eligible for benefits. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal , or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu . Requisition ID: 1038846 Job Category: Service and Food Operations Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu