Cook I (Late Night)

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Cook I (Late Night) to assist in the preparation of food for the Dining Commons in Athens. You will prepare meats, vegetables, and breakfast items under supervision, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to schedules.

Work hours are 4:30 PM to 3:30 AM on a four-day schedule with weekend work; benefits and campus culture accompany this role, with a starting hourly salary of about $17.52.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in large-scale food preparation.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Successful completion of a department-sponsored food safety training program within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables for lunch and dinner.
• Prepare breakfast dishes including eggs, bacon, hot cereals, stews, soufflés, and similar dishes.
• Operate standard cooking equipment such as mixers, steam cookers, toasters, choppers, refrigerators, ovens, and stoves.
• Supervise and assist in kitchen cleaning, storage, and lead workers in food preparation.
• Complete computerized production sheets in a neat and timely manner.
• Perform related work as assigned by management.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Health hazards awareness

Reading & math skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Cook I (Late Night)

Position Summary: Skilled cooking work in the preparation of food for a Dining Commons. General and specialized food preparation under the supervision of a Cook II or Chef. Responsible for neatness, cleanliness, and adherence to schedules.

Shift schedule: 4:30 PM – 3:30 AM (four‑day schedule) with weekend work.

Salary: $17.523077 / hr.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables for lunch and dinner.
• Prepare breakfast dishes including eggs, bacon, hot cereal, stews, soufflés, and similar courses.
• Operate standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, ovens, and stoves.
• Supervise and assist in kitchen cleaning, refrigerator and storeroom maintenance; instruct and lead workers assisting in food preparation.
• Complete computerized production sheets in a neat and timely manner.
• Perform related work as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in large‑scale food preparation.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Successful completion of a department‑sponsored food safety training program within 6 months of hire.

Physical Demands

• Move loads up to 50 lbs, unload and stock products; perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder; possess hand and finger coordination.
• Reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel; work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Long hours standing.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].