Cook I (85 North) (Academic)
About The Position
The Cook I prepares, seasons and cooks a wide variety of food for various food service units. This position requires knowledge of basic kitchen equipment and also cooks according to recipes. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .
Requirements
- High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
- Knowledge of job content, practices, and procedures.
- Skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
- Skill in operating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate.
Responsibilities
- Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
- Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
- Coordinates food preparation and ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
- Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation, following written standardized recipe.
- Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe’s specifications.
- Labels, dates and stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
- Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
- Labels and dates products.
- Assists cold food production when possible.
- Prevents cross contamination of food products.
- Weighs, labels and dates all food items; stores in designated areas.
- Cleans countertops, windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
- Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation; ensure all utensils are properly stored.
- Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
- Greets and serves customers in a friendly, courteous manner.
- Actively solves problems wherever possible.
- Works harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors and management.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- life insurance and disability programs
- sick leave and holidays
- U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
- state and optional retirement plans
- access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
