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Temporary - Cook I

$18.27 per hour

University of Northern Iowa

Cook I

Join the team making it happen! Serving up the #1 college food in Iowa, UNI Dining Services has temporary Cook I positions open.

Under direct supervision, prepares quality foods for meals in student dining center for the Department of Housing and Dining; cleans and secures kitchen areas following preparation of meals; directs student and temporary employees in the service of prepared food, the cleaning of the kitchen; and performs other related duties as assigned. We are seeking skilled, organized and hard working team oriented individuals who have the ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment. In addition, applicants must have good communication skills and positive attitudes.

Temporary positions are limited to a maximum of 1040 hours per fiscal year. Hourly rate is $18.27.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. A resume and cover letter are not required for this position but can be attached when applying. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at

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All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

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