Culinary Operations Cook: Elevate Campus Dining & Training

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Culinary Operations Cook to prepare and serve high-quality food for customers in the Hey Day Market Incubation Unit of the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management.

The role supports daily culinary operations, ensures sanitation, quality standards, and contributes to a positive customer experience while supporting instructional and operational goals of the program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in food services including food preparation, commercial kitchen operations, use of professional cooking equipment, or related culinary environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience in food services including food preparation, commercial kitchen operations, use of professional cooking equipment, or related culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing the kitchen for daily service by setting up workstations, organizing supplies, and preparing assigned menu items according to established recipes, quality standards, and portion guidelines.
• Helps maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe kitchen environment by following food safety regulations and properly cleaning equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Supports meal service by transporting prepared food and beverages to designated service areas efficiently and safely.
• Contributes to a positive dining experience by providing courteous, timely, and customer-focused meal and beverage service.
• Assists with storing, labeling, rotating, and handling food products and supplies to maintain freshness, reduce waste, and meet safety requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Education

High school diploma with 1 year experience

High school diploma with 3 years experience

Job description

Auburn University is seeking a Culinary Operations Cook to prepare and serve high-quality food for customers in the Hey Day Market Incubation Unit of the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management.

The role supports daily culinary operations, ensures sanitation, quality standards, and contributes to a positive customer experience while supporting instructional and operational goals of the program.