"Line Cook - Memorial Union Kitchen"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Cook

Job Summary:

Are you looking to start or advance your career in culinary production? This position is your opportunity to join a team of great people in a stable work environment. Located in the kitchen of the Memorial Union, this position is responsible for cooking and prepping our breakfast, lunch, and dinner catering orders. Gain experience by creating your own prep list and directing others to get it done. Work alongside other full-time food service professionals and part-time students to achieve the common goal of being the premier food venue for the University of Wisconsin. The successful person in this role will be ready to learn, be able to collaborate with other departmental teams, be a team player, and a good communicator.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally needed.

Work Schedule and Location:

This position is scheduled to work a combination of days, nights and weekends. Operational and work schedules will be closely aligned with the services and customer needs of our units. As a result, work schedules will be adjusted during specific times of the year to meet demand.

Key Job Responsibilities:

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

Department: Wisconsin Union

Compensation:

The expected starting salary is 21.50/ hour

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see. https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf

Required Qualifications:

• 6 months of previous kitchen or large batch cooking experience

Certifications:

• ServSafe Certificate required or able to obtain within 6 months of hire

How to Apply:

Click the "Apply" button to start the application process.

You will be prompted to complete a work history and upload the following document:

• Resume

Applicants should complete a work history and provide a resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on submitted application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process.