Cook I (Wildkatz)

Cook I (Wildkatz)

The University is looking for a Cook I to prepare, season and cook a wide variety of food for various food service units. This position also cooks according to recipes and requires knowledge of basic kitchen equipment. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
• Coordinates food preparation needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Coordinates ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation, following written standardized recipes.
• Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe's specifications.
• Labels, dates and stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
• Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
• Labels and dates products.
• Assists cold food production when possible.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.
• Cleans countertops, windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation; ensure all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Greets and serves customers in a friendly courteous manner.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible.
• Works harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of job content, practices, and procedures.
• Skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
• Skill in operating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift, transfer or move a maximum of 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $18.75 hourly rate