Culinary Helper - Full-Time with Tuition Benefits

The University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island is seeking a Cook's Helper for the Kingston campus. This full-time, academic-year position supports cooks and bakers in food preparation, serving in dining facilities, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Work hours are specified for an academic year with a shift pattern and pay scale reflecting state employment standards. Qualifications focus on basic cooking familiarity, ability to follow directions, and safe handling of kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• A familiarity with methods and procedures in cooking and food service.
• Ability to understand and follow simple verbal or written directions.
• Care in handling, washing, drying and storing cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, chop or dice vegetables and other foods for cooking or salads.
• Prepare simple items like toast, coffee, cereal, eggs and sandwiches.
• Set up dining tables and assist in serving meals; collect trays and dispose of waste.
• Clean food preparation areas and equipment including dishwashing and refrigeration.

Skills

Food prep basics

Following directions

Safety hygiene

Tools

Dishwashing

Ovens

Food prep equipment

Job description

The University of Rhode Island is seeking a Cook's Helper for the Kingston campus. This full-time, academic-year position supports cooks and bakers in food preparation, serving in dining facilities, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

Work hours are specified for an academic year with a shift pattern and pay scale reflecting state employment standards. Qualifications focus on basic cooking familiarity, ability to follow directions, and safe handling of kitchen equipment.