"Cook 1"

Cook 1

Company: Ohio University

Job Location: Athens, 45701-2979

Category: Food Services

Type: Full-Time

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental

Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.
OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.
* We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff.
* In an effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
* Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.
* All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment physical.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20166962S

Job Description
Under general direction from lead worker or supervision from food service management, cooks food in large quantities.

• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines;
• Operates standard kitchen equipment to cook foods; mixes salad; makes desserts and dressings; prepares hot and cold beverages & special menu foods; slices meat & cheese & makes sandwiches, assembles fruit plates & relish trays; cleans & cuts vegetables & meats before cooking and mixing;
• Prepares food items for service using production sheets, standardized recipes and following department guidelines;
• Sets up food lines; portions food on serving lines, sets up trays & carts; packs food for delivery to dining areas & storage; reviews & completes food production records;
• Cleans and sanitizes work area, equipment, & utensils; reports accidents and malfunctioning equipment; may supervise and train student employees;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, materials & equipment used in large volume cooking;
• Ability to understand system of procedures;
• Read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages;
• Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;
• Work independently or with others;
• Demonstrated willingness to work with others;
• Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of kitchen tools & equipment;
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;
• Lift up to 50 pounds;
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
• An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Training & Experience:
* 960 hrs. as Food Service Worker or 3 courses in food preparation, sanitation & storage (or 1 year experience cooking in institutional, school or restaurant setting);
* 1 course in food service equipment (or 1 month experience); or equivalent;
* Successful completion of a test may be required.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
* Exposure to extreme temperatures, prolonged standing, hot ovens & sharp utensils.

Preferred Qualifications
* Knowledge of safety practices**
**developed after employment.

Department
Culinary Services

Pay Rate: AFSCME Pay Range I 03 I: $15.84 - $22.43

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Job Open Date
02/24/2026

Posting Close Date
03/03/2026

Job Category: Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months
12 month

Planning Unit: Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule
Varied/Varied
Every other weekend off
12-month position
Assigned to Culinary Services

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week
40

Expected duration of assignment
Permanent

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joni Fisher 740-593-2970 fisherj5@ohio.edu

Pay Grade
AFSCME|03|