Temporary Cook (Continuous Recruitment)

About the role

This position reports to the University Dining Management Team Members and Sous Chefs. The Lead position ensures dining standards are attained so customers have an enjoyable dining experience in various dining facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• Trains and guides student workers
• Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

Requirements

• Ability to work occasional extended hours up to 12 hours on some days
• Ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing up to 200#
• Ability to lift cases of food products weighing up to 50#
• Knowledge of efficient and safe use of food service equipment such as ovens, choppers, slicers, fryers, etc.
• Knowledge of food production methods and procedures including sanitation
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning methods and procedures
• Knowledge of weights and measures
• Thorough knowledge of and experience in the use of materials, methods, and equipment used in large scale cooking
• Thorough knowledge of food products and quality standards for foods
• Ability to independently coordinate and guide preparation activities on a large scale
• Considerable knowledge of sanitation and health precautions in food preparation and service

Qualifications

• Ability to work occasional extended hours up to 12 hours on some days
• Ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing up to 200#
• Ability to lift cases of food products weighing up to 50#
• Ability to work cooperatively with all staff members and the larger university community
• Workplace misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment

Skills

None specified

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$16-$18 per hour, based on experience

Schedule

Fte 75% (Full time during academic year; option for summer hours)

Contact Information

To ensure consideration: Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete application materials may not receive consideration. Submission in PDF format is preferred for optional attachments.

For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Marty Kalepp
Email: mkalepp@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-3054

If you have any questions regarding the application process or need special arrangements, please call or email: Human Resources and Affirmative Action
Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-2606