Performance Chef

Performance Chef

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Posting Number - TMP02448PO23

Job Code Title - Food Service Specialist III

Advertised Title - Performance Chef

Campus - Columbia

College/Division - Athletics

Department - ATH Department of Athletics

Salary - Starting at $15.00/hour, commensurate with experience

Part/Full Time - Full Time

Hours per Week - 37.5

Work Schedule - Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category - Other

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of its eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, its Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of its system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary - Reports to the Director of Athletics Food & Beverage Services. Serves as a Performance Chef for the Dodie Cafeteria independently performing basic cooking duties in preparing food items to be served to student-athletes. Guides and assists in the training of less experienced cooks when needed. Responsible for tasting products, estimating food requirements and requisitioning supplies and equipment as needed.

Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent, culinary knowledge/experience.

Number of Vacancies - multiple

Desired Start Date - 09/16/2023

Job Open Date - 09/01/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL - No

Hazardous weather category - Non-Essential

Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of References and Contact Information