Head Cook

Weber State University

Utah

On-site

USD 16,000 - 20,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Tuition benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Weber State University in Ogden, UT invites applications for the Head Cook position. This part-time role (30 hours/week, 9 months/year) requires preparing meals for children at the Melba S. Lehner Children’s School and ensuring compliance with Utah State Food Program standards.

The successful candidate will handle weekly grocery shopping, maintain health and safety records, and comply with state training requirements. Utah Food Handlers Permit is required; prior kitchen experience is a plus.

Qualifications

State of Utah Food Handlers Permit is required.
Previous experience working within a facility kitchen is preferred.

Responsibilities

Preparing meals for children in the Melba S. Lehner Children’s School.
Meet all requirements for the Utah State Food Program.
Requires weekly grocery shopping and occasional shopping for other supplies as needed.
Weekly record keeping and paperwork.
Maintain Department of Health Standards.
Attend annual State Food Program training.

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Head Cook

Requisition Number

S02454P

Position Category

Staff

Campus Location

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

Months per year

Pay Grade

N22

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Summary/Basic Function

Duties and responsibilities of the position include:

Preparing meals for children in the Melba S. Lehner Children’s School.
Meet all requirements for the Utah State Food Program.
Requires weekly grocery shopping and occasional shopping for other supplies as needed.
Weekly record keeping and paperwork.
Maintain Department of Health Standards.
Attend annual State Food Program training.

Required Qualifications

State of Utah Food Handlers Permit is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working within a facility kitchen is preferred.

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Open Date

08/18/2026

Review Date

08/30/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this part-time position starts at $17,920 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with sick leave, but no other benefits.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

Conditions the worker will be subject to

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

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* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- jobs.weber.edu
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- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
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* Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers). (Open Ended Question)