Culinary Operations Cook

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

About The Position

The College of Human Sciences School of Hospitality Management is seeking a Culinary Operations Cook to prepare and serve high-quality food for customers within the Hey Day Market Incubation Unit for the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management. The position supports daily culinary operations by ensuring efficient food preparation, presentation, and service while following established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. The role contributes to a positive customer experience and supports the instructional and operational goals of the hospitality program.

Requirements

Level I: High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in food services, including food preparation, commercial kitchen operations, use of professional cooking equipment, or a related culinary environment.
Level II: High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience in food services, including food preparation, commercial kitchen operations, use of professional cooking equipment, or a related culinary environment.
SAFE Serve Certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

Prepare kitchen workstations, organize supplies, and prepare assigned menu items according to established recipes, quality standards, and portion guidelines.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe kitchen by following food safety regulations and cleaning equipment, tools, and work areas.
Transport prepared food and beverages to designated service areas efficiently and safely.
Provide courteous, timely, customer-focused meal and beverage service.
Store, label, rotate, and handle food products and supplies to maintain freshness, reduce waste, and meet safety requirements.
Help receive and organize food and supply deliveries, verify accuracy under supervision, and assist with basic inventory tasks.
Support sourcing food and supply items from approved local vendors when needed, following purchasing guidelines and budget parameters as directed.