Campus Dining Culinary Associate – Fresh, Large-Scale Prep

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver

Paid holidays

Job summary

Illinois State University is seeking a Culinary Associate to support dining operations, including food preparation, display cooking, and operation of diverse kitchen equipment in a busy campus setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality standards, and the ability to work with student staff under supervision of culinary professionals. It offers opportunities to contribute to fresh, high-quality menu items for events and daily dining.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of related food prep experience.
• Post-offer pre-employment physical required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a broad range of menu items using diverse methods.
• Display cooking techniques including wok, salad, grilling, and pizza making.
• Ensure high quality, safe, and consistent food service for events and dining.
• Work collaboratively with dining and hospitality teams to meet standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Quality standards

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

Illinois State University is seeking a Culinary Associate to support dining operations, including food preparation, display cooking, and operation of diverse kitchen equipment in a busy campus setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality standards, and the ability to work with student staff under supervision of culinary professionals. It offers opportunities to contribute to fresh, high-quality menu items for events and daily dining.