Wilkerson Dining - Cook 1

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cook 1 is a part-time, non-benefited student position with Wilkerson Dining. Only University of North Dakota students are eligible to be hired. The position pays $15.00 per hour, is non-exempt and eligible for overtime, and involves 10–20 hours of work per week. It is not available for remote or hybrid work.

The Cook 1 prepares entrees, cold foods, and accompaniments according to recipes and reports; portions and prepares ingredients; and completes food preparation by meal deadlines. The role also includes customer service, kitchen cleaning and sanitation, food safety practices, temperature monitoring and documentation using handheld computer devices, and recording production on service summary sheets. Work may be scheduled mornings, evenings, weekdays, or weekends.

Applicants must be able to stand for 3–4 hours, follow instructions, work independently and collaboratively, and handle and prepare meat products in a commercial kitchen. Employees must comply with food safety and sanitation requirements, including removing jewelry and wearing a hairnet. The position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. Applicants are asked to include a class schedule if available and disclose any current or recent employment with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System, or another North Dakota state agency, including the agency or department and weekly hours.

Requirements

• Must be a University of North Dakota student.
• Ability to stand for 3–4 hours.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle and prepare meat products in a commercial kitchen.
• Comply with food safety and sanitation requirements, including removing jewelry and wearing a hairnet.
• Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pan entrees, cold foods, and accompaniments for the concept according to recipes and reports.
• Slice and weigh meats, cheeses, vegetables, and other ingredients.
• Prepare foods to meet all meal deadlines.
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment according to UND policies and procedures.
• Follow ServSafe and UND personal hygiene standards.
• Take food temperatures according to a predetermined schedule and document them using computer handheld devices.
• Record production on service summary sheets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed