Cook

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Free meals with each shift

Tuition assistance for family members

Free meals

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Cook to perform various food service responsibilities including cooking and serving food. This year-round position primarily offers evening shifts with some day shifts available. Benefits from day one include medical insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED and a stable work history. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of sanitation are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Stable work or education history.
• Independent decision making and dependability.
• Ability to meet daily deadlines.
• Ability to lift 25–60 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of food service responsibilities.
• Rotate among food service areas and work independently.
• Maintain a clean organized work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of sanitation

Ability to lift weights

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

As a Cook, you will; perform a variety of food service responsibilities as assigned by Dining Court Manager, Assistant Manager, Chef or higher level food service worker. Rotate among several food service areas and work independently as needed. Tasks may include food production, cooking, baking, bussing, serving food, setting up stations, and maintaining a clean organized work environment.

We are currently primarily hiring evening shifts, but limited day shifts are also available. Evening hours range from 1:00pm and 10:00pm depending on dining court hours of operation.

What Sets Us Apart:

We are fueling the future and building community, where everyone has a seat at the table. We design culinary experiences to meet the needs of the Purdue campus community. By crafting a residential dining experience and fostering community building, we are an essential support system for the well-being of students with compassion that goes beyond the meal. We champion each step Boilermakers take on their academic journey and impact the Student Experience through service, quality and care for every individual.

This is a year-round position. Benefits begin on day one of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Purdue matched retirement plans, paid vacation, paid sick time, free meal with every shift, free uniform including shoes, PPE equipment, tuition assistance for you or your family at Purdue University, free tuition for Purdue University Global, and much more. Please visit https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/index.php for more information.

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Stable work or education history
• Work standards and productivity
• Ability to build interpersonal and intercultural relations
• Independent decision making and dependability
• Knowledge of sanitation
• Ability to meet daily deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds
• Ability to climb ladders, stand, walk, reach and stoop extensively
• Ability to lift and carry twenty-five (25) to fifty (50) lbs. frequently, and up to sixty (60) lbs. occasionally required

Additional Information:

• Due to this being a full-time, benefits eligible position, full-time undergraduate students are not eligible for this role
• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary, CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Education

Typically requires a high school diploma/GED