Aggie Commons Cook

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 17,908 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals for each shift

Student-friendly schedule

On-campus location

Great work environment

Job summary

Aggie Commons Cook at Utah State University in Logan, UT, is a part-time, hourly position in Dining Services. You will prepare and serve high-quality meals in a fast-paced, campus dining environment, following standard recipes, safety, and quality guidelines.

Hours are Sunday-Thursday 3PM-11PM, with emphasis on teamwork and exceptional student and staff service. The role requires culinary knowledge, strong organization, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Food Handler Permit or ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and safe food handling practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team with professionalism and respect

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and portion guidelines
• 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 FIFO practices
• Monitor product quality and communicate 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 according to established procedures
• Maintain a professional, respectful, 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

Skills

Food handling

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Aggie Commons Cook

Requisition ID: 2026-10569 # of Openings: 3 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Other Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: Auxiliary Enterprises Department: Dining Services Advertised Salary: $13.00-$16.00 Depending on Experience

Overview

The Aggie Commons Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented campus dining environment. This position requires culinary knowledge, strong organizational skills, attention to food safety, and a commitment to providing excellent service to students, faculty, staff, and campus guests. The Cook works collaboratively with dining team members to ensure meals are prepared efficiently, consistently, and in accordance with Utah State University Dining Services standards. Hours Sunday-Thursday 3PM-11PM.

Benefits of working for Dining Services

• We work with your school schedule & support you as a student first
• Learn skills that will last your whole life
• 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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and portion guidelines.
• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Food Handler Permit or ServSafe Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team while demonstrating professionalism and respect for others.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standardized recipes.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as operational needs require.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Availability days and times to be typed/pasted at the end of your application under "Other Documents" in block format
3. Answer the following questions within the application:
   • Are you available to work on Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.?
   • Are you available to work on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.?
   • Are you available to work on Sundays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.?

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

$13.00-$16.00 Depending on Experience

ADA

This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, steam, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, sharp and hot objects, and/or loud noises.

College/Department Highlights

Dining Services is behind the scenes throughout campus doing all we can to "Create an Excellent College Experience" for students, faculty, staff, visitors, family, and our employees. Providing fuel to keep the hungry minds on campus moving and learning throughout the day is our passion. Whether it's a cup coffee to get the day started, a snack to push through a study session, or an elegant meal to support the fundraising efforts of administration, we're dedicated to serving the needs of Utah State University every day. We know what we do is more than just making food, we're nourishing the future.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

Utah State is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

*updated 07/2026*

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