Cook I (Cork & Craft)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reduction

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Cook I for Cork & Craft at the Tucson Campus. The role involves preparing, seasoning and cooking diverse menu items for multiple food service units, following standardized recipes and using institutional kitchen equipment.

This position requires evening, weekend and holiday work. The University offers comprehensive benefits and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of job content, practices, and procedures.
• Skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
• Skill in operating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
• Coordinates food preparation needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Coordinates ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation, following written standardized recipes.
• Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe's specifications.
• Labels, dates and stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
• Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
• Labels and dates products.
• Assists cold food production when possible.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.

Skills

Food service

Food prep

Communication

Kitchen equipment

Safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma/equivalency

Job description

Cook I (Cork & Craft)

Open posting number: req27509

Department: Arizona Student Unions

Department Website Link: Student Unions

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Join the heart of campus life at the University of Arizona Student Unions, where culinary creativity meets community. We're seeking a passionate Cook I to bring their skills to our dynamic team. As a Cook I, you prepare, season and cook a wide variety of food for various food service units. Cooks according to recipes and require knowledge of basic kitchen equipment.

This position requires some evening, weekend and holiday work.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
• Coordinates food preparation needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Coordinates ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation, following written standardized recipes.
• Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe's specifications.
• Labels, dates and stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
• Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
• Labels and dates products.
• Assists cold food production when possible.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.
• Cleans countertops, windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation; ensure all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Greets and serves customers in a friendly courteous manner.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible.
• Works harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of job content, practices, and procedures.
• Skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
• Skill in operating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift, transfer or move a maximum of 50 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Culinary

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

2

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC1

Job Family

Production and Kitchen Operati

Job Function

Culinary

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Contact Information for Candidates

[e-mail]

Open Date

11/3/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

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