Aggie Commons Supervisory Cook

Utah State University • Logan, UT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aggie Commons Supervisory Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented campus dining environment. This position requires an ability to lead a team in addition to culinary knowledge, strong organizational skills, attention to food safety, and a commitment to providing excellent service to students, faculty, staff, and campus guests. The Supervisory Cook works collaboratively with Dining team members to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, consistently, and in accordance with Utah State University Dining Services standards.

Requirements

• Leadership experience & skill
• Advanced proficiency with knife handling
• Proficiency with cooking techniques, food preparation, and safe food handling practices.
• Food Handler Permit or ServSafe Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in institutional, commercial, or high-volume food service.
• Experience using commercial kitchen equipment and preparing food in large quantities.

Responsibilities

• Lead team with motivation and fair shift assignment
• Manage cost control through yield & waste as well as inventory management
• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and portion guidelines to ensure identical precision in flavor, texture, & presentation.
• Ensure all food is prepared and served in compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory rotation, and proper storage using First In, First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Monitor product quality and communicate any concerns regarding ingredients, equipment, or food safety to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with cooks, supervisors, chefs, and other Dining Services staff to ensure efficient meal production and excellent customer service.
• Assist with menu implementation and provide feedback to support menu improvements and operational efficiency.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and according to established procedures.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive working relationship with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Support special events, catering, and other Dining Services operations as assigned.
• Perform opening, closing, and cleaning duties to ensure kitchen readiness for daily operations.

Benefits

• Free meal for every shift you work
• Great Work Environment & Social Atmosphere
• Excellent Employee Recognition Program
• Conveniently on Campus near classes and housing
• Get paid to make lifelong friendships with people of diverse backgrounds and fields of study

What This Job Offers

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