Cook II

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Georgia is hiring a Cook II to oversee food preparation in the Auxiliary West Campus Dining. This role involves supervising kitchen staff, ensuring safety standards, and preparing large volumes of food.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge in food preparation and health safety standards is essential, along with the ability to work long hours standing and lift heavy loads.

This position is eligible for benefits and is expected to start around mid-May.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to move and lift heavy loads (up to 50lbs).
• Familiarity with safe food handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in food preparation.
• Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation standards.
• Train new employees on food preparation tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of large-scale food preparation

Knowledge of health hazards in food service

Ability to work from written menus

Ability to supervise kitchen staff

Record keeping abilities

Physical endurance for long hours standing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Standard cooking equipment

Job description

Position Title

Cook II

Department

Auxiliary West Campus Dining

Location

Athens Area

Position Summary

Supervises and participates in the work of preparing a large volume of meats, vegetables, and other foods. Consults with supervisor to determine best methods of preparation for individual food items. Assists in planning menus and devising means of using leftover foods. Prepares special foods for banquets and other occasions. Gives special attention to overall appearance of food prepared.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods & equipment used in food preparation on a large scale.
• Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food preparation & service & knowledge of precautionary measures.
• Ability to work from written menus and standard recipes.
• Ability to plan, lay out and assign work to a staff of skilled and unskilled kitchen workers in a manner conductive to full performance and high moral.
• Ability to keep accurate records of all foods used.
• Ability to work long hours standing.

Physical Demands

• Move loads up to 50lbs, unloading and stocking products.
• Perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30lbs.
• Perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination.
• Be able to reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
• Work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Work long hours standing.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Directs and maintains highest standards of safety and sanitation in assigned areas.
• Inspects refrigerators and the work of other cooks to prevent food waste.
• Supervises and participates in the cleaning of kitchen, storeroom, and refrigerators.
• Completes computerized production sheets including.
• Reading production sheet carefully before starting each meal.
• Recording on computer production sheet total weight of foods prepared.
• Recording the time of menu run-outs on production sheets.
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machine, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, baking ovens, and stoves.
• Assists in training of new employees.
• Cooperates in establishing good relationships with all UGA Dining Service personnel.
• Performs related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a position in the new Dining Commons and position is not anticipated to start until mid-May (at earliest).

EEO Policy 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 ([e-mail]).