Cook I (Part-time) - Production Kitchen

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Student Food Service

Main Campus

Tucson, AZ USA

Join our dynamic production kitchen team at the University of Arizona's Student Unions!

As a part-time cook, you'll prepare delicious meals for various campus outlets and catered events, all while honing your culinary skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Be part of the culinary heartbeat of campus and make a difference with every dish you create!

The kitchen and living room of the University of Arizona, where everyone can eat, play, relax, and get involved!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

• Prepares food on both hot and cold production lines. Prepares all order items according to the order slip and adhering to recipe’s method of preparation. Maintains quality and freshness of products at all times. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products. Utilizes hair coverings and gloves at all times while working in kitchen.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible. Correct storage of food items in designated areas, and use of FIFO method. Weighs, labels and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.
• Cleans countertop, plexiglass windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats. Sends all utensils to be washed and when returned - checks to see that all utensils are properly stored. Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Correct labeling, weighing, dating, and use of all food products. Greets and serves customers in a friendly courteous manner. Provides suggestions and input to supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of job content, practices and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers
• Ability to multi-task under stressful situations

Physical Requirements

• Frequently reaches, lifts, shakes, stirs, pours, carries and pushes
• Often withstands large workload in high heat environment
• Ability to transport and/or move a maximum of 50 lbs.

Non-Exempt

Part Time

19.6

.49

Fiscal

University Operations

No Benefits

$15.00 - $18.75

hourly rate

2

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

$15

$18.75

$22.5

OC1

Culinary & Food Services

University Operations

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

2

[email protected]

1/7/2025

Yes

Resume

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