Cook II

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Cook II to supervise and participate in food preparation for large volumes of food. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 5 years of related experience, with thorough knowledge of food preparation and safety standards. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and overseeing kitchen operations. The position offers a salary of $18.31 per hour for a full-time schedule, which may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in food preparation.
• Ability to work in noisy, hot/cold environments.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of large-scale food preparation

Safety and sanitation standards

Ability to follow written menus

Record keeping

Supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Standard cooking equipment

Job description

Cook II

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.

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, possessing 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 and cooperates in establishing good relationships with all UGA Dining Service personnel.
• Performs related duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & 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.

Employment Details

Position: Cook II (Internally: Cook III). FLSA: Non‑Exempt. FTE: 1.00. Working Hours: 40 hour work week, may include evenings and weekends. Salary: $18.307692 / hr. Start date: at earliest mid‑May. Location: Athens Area.

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, veteran status or other protected status.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Robert Clark. Email: [e-mail].