Cook I

Rochester-Institute-of-Technology; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly meal benefits

Campus amenities access

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking a motivated food service worker to assist in on-campus dining facilities. You will wash produce, prepare ingredients, and cook hot and cold items for service, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Role requires a high school diploma or GED and 6 months of relevant experience; Servsafe or Allertain certifications (or ability to obtain) within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 6 months of relevant experience.
• Servsafe certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Allertain certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to follow health codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Washes produce, cuts ingredients, and prepares hot and cold foods.
• Ensures all food is prepared, served, and stored at proper temperatures.
• Performs cooking duties including burgers, chicken, eggs, and grill items; handles cold foods for deli/salad bar.
• Maintains sanitation and safety, labeling, rotation, and storage of food items.
• Prepares menu items per recipes from culinary leadership; cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment.

Skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Sanitation

Allergen awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Why Work for RIT DiningRIT Dining serves thousands of students, faculty, and staff each day, creating meaningful moments across campus. As a university‑owned operation, we’re committed to delivering personalized culinary experiences while providing valuable growth opportunities for both full‑time employees and student workers. You’ll work alongside an enthusiastic team, which includes students from many backgrounds to create a welcoming environment. Your contributions enhance the student experience as customers and support employees in building the teamwork, confidence, and real‑world skills that drive long‑term success.You will find:Work–Life Balance You Can Count OnPredictable schedules with added flexibility during academic breaks.Strong Benefits That Support YouComprehensive health coverage, employer‑paid disability, and wellness resources.Grow With UsTuition assistance for you and your family, plus career development in a collaborative, innovative environment.Invest in Your FutureCompetitive retirement plan with up to 8% employer match .Time to RechargeGenerous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and a culture that values your well‑being.Meaningful PerksWeekly meal benefits and access to campus amenities.A Community That Welcomes YouSupportive teams where your contributions make a real impact.Current Anticipated Hours/Work Location:Location: Dependent on Dining Area Need. (Click on link to see all locations)Work Schedule: Schedule varies based on event needs .Work schedule may need to fluctuate based on University-wide events, and academic breaks.To be successful in this role, we are looking for:Servsafe certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.Allertain certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.Other duties may be assignedEssential Duties & ResponsibilitiesWashes produce, cuts ingredients, and prepares hot and cold foodsEnsures all food is of satisfactory quality and quantity, and is prepared, served, and stored at proper temperatures and timesPerforms a variety of assigned cooking duties which may include short orders such as hamburgers, chicken, eggs, and other grill items, as well as cold foods such as items for delicatessen/salad bar and compound saladsAssists in maintaining sanitation and health and safety standards, including the proper labeling, rotation, and storage of food itemsPrepares menu items according to product specifications and recipes provided by culinary leadershipCleans and/or sanitizes cooking utensils, grills, ovens, hoods, and other kitchen equipmentOther duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKnowledge of culinary environments, techniques, and standardsKnowledge of allergens, food sensitivities, and dietetic restrictionsSkill in time management, organization, and multi-taskingAbility to follow New York State, Monroe County, and university health codes as they relate to health, sanitation, and safetyAbility to deliver exceptional customer serviceMinimum Education & ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED6 months of relevant experienceEquivalent combination of experience and education may be consideredJob Level OverviewOperations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 1 - An entry-level role building knowledge and skills. Performs routine, well-defined, easy-to-understand tasks that can typically be learned in a short period of time. Work is performed under close supervision using clearly prescribed methods and detailed instructions.FLSA CategoryNon-ExemptWork LocationOn CampusCompensation$16.90 - $19.00Application MaterialsWhen you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information. This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.Curriculum Vitae or ResumeCandidates must be eligible to work in the United States.Additional DetailsIn compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail] . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.