Cafeteria Cook - DWU Dining Services

County Fair Inc.; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with match

Profit sharing

Flex Spending Account

Paid time off

Job summary

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing seeks a Cafeteria Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for students, faculty, staff, and guests in a fast-paced cafeteria.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety, operate kitchen equipment, and collaborate with the food service team to keep service smooth and inviting.

This full-time role offers a full benefits package and requires reliable, detail-oriented individuals who can stand for extended periods and work openings/closings as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch and/or dinner menu items according to recipes and established standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Recipe following

Fast-paced work

Communication

Stamina

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

The Cafeteria Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious, and appealing meals for students, faculty, staff, and guests. This position works as part of the food service team to ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and according to established menus and standards.The overall goal is to provide students, faculty, staff and guests with safe, high-quality, well prepared meals while contributing to a clean, welcoming, and efficient cafeteria operationFull-time with full benefit package.

Benefits to include:

• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) with match
• Profit sharing
• Flex Spending Account
• Paid time off

Requirements/Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch and/or dinner menu items according to recipes and established standards.
• Prepare meats, vegetables, starches, sauces, soups, salads, baked goods, and other food items as assigned
• Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, restocking, and maintaining the cafeteria.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, equipment, utensils, and storage areas.
• Properly store, label, date, and rotate food products.
• Monitor food quality and notify the supervisor of shortages or concerns.
• Assist with receiving and putting away food and supplies as needed.
• Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and proper portion control.
• Work cooperatively with other cafeteria and food service staff.
• Provide friendly and professional service to students, faculty, staff, and guests.
• Perform opening, closing, cleaning, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move food supplies and equipment as required.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a commercial cafeteria and kitchen environment. The employee may be exposed to heat, cold, steam, noise, wet floors, and commercial kitchen equipment. Proper safety and sanitation procedures must be followed at all times.