Cook (Specially Funded)

Maricopa Community College district; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Holidays

ASRS Retirement

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is seeking a Cook for Rio Salado College. The role focuses on preparing high-quality meals, maintaining food safety, and supporting catering operations within a busy college dining environment.

Responsibilities include cooking breakfast through catering events, managing inventories, and ensuring timely service while upholding sanitation and sustainability practices.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an institutional kitchen or commercial food preparation.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Three years or more experience in a commercial food and beverage setting.
• Experience with breakfast, lunch, grab n go and catering food preparation.
• One year of full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food items for breakfast, lunch, and catering services in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
• Delivers exceptional customer service during food service operations in the cafe and at catering events.
• Ensures cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and work areas in compliance with health department regulations and organizational policies.
• Takes product and supply inventories and stocks stations.
• Completes daily preparation checklists, temperature logs, and other required back-of-house documentation.

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 322937

Location: Rio Salado Community College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$19.22 - $22.54/hourly, DOE

Grade

106

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a grant funded assignment with a projected end date of 06-30-2027 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD.

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.

With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.

We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full‑time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

This position is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality, well-balanced meals in accordance with established recipes and food safety standards. This role involves maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, managing food inventory, and ensuring timely meal preparation for both daily service and special catering events. The Cook consistently follows proper sanitation procedures and incorporates sustainable practices in all aspects of food handling. Strong attention to detail, time management, and teamwork are essential for success in this position.

Essential Functions

40% - Prepares and cooks food items for breakfast, lunch, and catering services in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.

20% - Delivers exceptional customer service during food service operations in the cafe and at catering events, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.

20% - Ensures cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and work areas in compliance with health department regulations and organizational policies.

10% - Takes product and supply inventories and stocks stations.

10% - Accurately completes daily preparation checklists, temperature logs, and other required back‑of‑house documentation while also performing other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of formal or informal education or experience which assures the ability to successfully complete the job duties as described and two (2) years of experience in an institutional kitchen or commercial food preparation establishment.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Desired Qualifications

A. Excellent customer service skills.

B. Three (3) years or more experience in a commercial food and beverage setting in a culinary position.

C. Experience with breakfast, lunch, grab n go and catering food preparation.

D. One (1) year of full‑time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years.

Special Working Conditions

May require some evening/weekend hours; may require lifting up to 50 lbs; ability to remain standing for extended periods of time. Must have a current Maricopa County Food Handler's Card or the ability to obtain one.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review July 20, 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. Rio Salado College's Title IX/504 Coordinator is O.Tafari Osayande, [e-mail], 480-517-8196.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.