"Prep Cook"

Job Description

Prep Cook

Job ID: 291070

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Dining Commons

Job Summary

The Prep Cook ensures preparation of excellent food and exceptional customer service within the dining facility; monitors sanitation practices to ensure employees follow standards and regulations; and offers support and direction to student and temporary employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food using techniques such as cooking, roasting, baking, and the preparation of skillet meals. Participate in daily testing of foods. Complete preparation assignments for next day's menu
• Serve clients during daily operations, special events and work in other departments/locations as needed. Be visible to customers during service to assist with any questions, concerns, or requests
• Clean equipment and perform other sanitation duties on a daily basis and during operational down times
• Ensure compliance with menus, recipes, production schedules, and quality standards. Monitor staff and food levels throughout busy periods to maintain standards, food waste, and the proper amount of prepped foods are available to customers

Shift Specifics

Shifts Available: Sunday - Thursday, 1:30 PM -10 PM

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• One (1) year of work-related experience

Proposed Salary

$15.84 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Work with limited supervision
• Prepare food according to health and safety requirements

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of safe food handling technique and tools
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques such as sauteing, broiling, frying, and grilling, seasoning methods and portion control
• Understand use of food service equipment

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service centered work ethic

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on October 8, 2025