Production Cook - Union South Kitchen and Bakery

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 Union South and under the general supervision of the Food Service Supervisor and Sous Chef, this position is responsible for cooking and preparing our catering orders for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as other departmental needs.

In this position you will:

• Be responsible for safe and efficient food production
• Gain experience by being part of a nationally recognized, award-winning team.
• 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.
• Work directly with students to train and develop them according to area goals

The successful person in this role will be ready to learn, be able to collaborate with other departmental teams, be a team player, be able to multitask, and be a good communicator.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally needed.
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in cold and hot environments.

Work Schedule and Location

Main work location is in the beautiful Union South Building. Work hours to start will be Tuesdays through Saturdays; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Work schedule may be adjusted to meet business needs.

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
• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• Trains and guides student workers

Compensation

The expected starting salary is $20.50/ 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.

Required Qualifications

• One year of previous kitchen or large batch cooking experience
• Demonstrated basic food safety knowledge

Certifications

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