SEIU Cook Helper

About the role

The University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – Ever Better, with shared values including equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. The role contributes to a welcoming and thriving community where all can succeed.

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering food supplies and equipment for Cooks and aids in food preparation.
• May independently perform grill and broiler activities.
• Tends cooking foods, tests progress, adjusts time/temperature, and adds seasonings or ingredients as directed; prepares beverages and special diet or short-order foods.
• Peels, washes, trims, and cuts vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese, and other foods; measures and mixes ingredients per computer-generated recipes.
• Prepares servings, makes up patient trays, and serves food onto food trucks or containers; observes sanitation and safety precautions for prepared foods, leftovers, and storage.
• Removes returned food from carts; wraps, stores, processes, or discards as directed; cleans utensils, equipment, and work area; stores food properly and maintains sanitation standards.
• Obtains and arranges food, supplies, and utensils; prepares ovens, fryers, and grills; may obtain food trucks, containers, and trays.

Machines and Equipment Used

• Ovens, microwave ovens, ranges, grills, fryers, steamers, steam kettles, broilers
• Mixers, tilting brazing skillet, choppers, blenders, grinders, slicers, woks, tenderizers
• Bowls, kettles, pots, vischer cookers, vertical cutter mixer, toasters, pans, utensils
• Measuring cups and spoons, knives and other related equipment

Requirements

• Knowledge of food preparation methods.
• Ability to read and write English and follow oral and written instructions.
• One year of experience in commercial food service or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift items weighing approximately 40–50 pounds.