Hourly Pooled - Student Cook, Catering & Events

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform entry-level general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under direct supervision. The University of Wyoming is committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. This position provides vital support to campus customers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Present self with neat and clean appearance and prepare food in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Use common kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Follow instructions.
• Cook and prepare a variety of foods.
• Read and write.
• Gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Organize and coordinate.
• Accept receipt of goods and supplies.
• Perform techniques used in large-scale production kitchen.
• Use basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide amounts and quantities.

Nice To Haves

• Food preparation techniques and sanitation procedures for large scale food production.
• Presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• State and local health sanitation codes related to the operation of a kitchen.
• Maintenance and care of culinary facilities, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Determining ingredient quantities according to specific orders.
• Food serving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meat, fish, vegetables, gravies, cereals, soups, fruits and other foods according to recipes and established procedures for food preparation.
• Prepare and cook food for special diets from recipes provided.
• Prepare various salads, dressings and desserts; prepare leftover food for storage.
• Notify supervisor of food and supplies needed and check in food and supplies as directed.
• Notify supervisor of equipment and work area problems following standard procedures.
• Clean kitchen pantry, utensils, refrigerators and food service equipment and work areas, following established standards for sanitation and safety.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in trainings and other professional development activity.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED