Cook I (Cork & Craft) (Multiple Positions)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking a passionate Cook I to join the dynamic team at the Arizona Student Unions. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting delicious dishes while ensuring the highest food safety standards. Employees benefit from comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and potential tuition reductions for their families.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for you and your family

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of coworkers, students and community members.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Coordinates food preparation needs and ordering needs with supervisor and staff.
• Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Large quantity food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Cook I (Cork & Craft) (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req23157 Department Arizona Student Unions Department Website Link https://union.arizona.edu/ Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights Join the heart of campus life at the University of Arizona Student Unions, where culinary creativity meets community. We're seeking passionate Cooks I to bring their skills to our dynamic team.

Your Role:

As a Cook I, you'll be instrumental in crafting delicious dishes while prioritizing food safety. From gourmet meals to campus favorites, you'll utilize a variety of cooking skills and equipment to deliver exciting and fun dining experiences.

Perks and Benefits:

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and disability programs. Take advantage of paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, as well as UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for you and your family. Embrace our innovative work-life programs and explore the vibrant culture and recreation opportunities at the University of Arizona.

Ready to make an impact in a supportive and team environment?

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

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Coordinates food preparation needs and ordering needs with supervisor and staff.
• Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant daily. 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 and courteous manner.
• Additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety.
• Knowledge inoperating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of coworkers, students and community members.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to transport/move a maximum of 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications 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 University Operations 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 Culinary & Food Services Job Function University Operations Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 2 Target Hire Date 7/7/2025 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates HR-Client-StudentUns:
[e-mail]
Emily Romero:
[e-mail]
Open Date 6/13/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].