Cook I - UNI Dining

University of Northern Iowa; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA, is seeking a Cook I to prepare quality foods for meals in the student dining center. Under supervision, you will assist in kitchen operations, direct student and temporary staff, and ensure cleanliness and safety of the kitchen areas.

The role requires good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The position follows an academic-year schedule (August to May) with potential additional hours during summer.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality foods for meals in student dining center.
• Clean and secure kitchen areas following preparation of meals.
• Direct student and temporary employees in the service of prepared food and the cleaning of the kitchen.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Full Consideration Date

8/27/2026

Job Description

Come work with the team that's recognized as the Best College Dining in Iowa as a Cook I! We are seeking skilled, organized and hard-working team-oriented individuals who have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. In addition, applicants must have good communication skills and positive attitudes. Under direct supervision, prepares quality foods for meals in student dining center for the University Housing and Dining; cleans and secures kitchen areas following preparation of meals; directs student and temporary employees in the service of prepared food, the cleaning of the kitchen; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Position Details

• Job Category: Merit
• Type of Position: Regular
• Service Schedule: 9-months; schedule follows the academic year from August to May with opportunity to work additional hours during the summer.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10:30 am to 7:30 pm with rotating weekends
• Shift: First Shift
• Pay Grade: 3/4
• Starting Hourly Rate: $18.27

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.