Kitchen KITCHEN UTILITY WORKER - COOK

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Kitchen Utility Worker – Cook to assist with the preparation and presentation of food for the Savannah Room, Courtyard Café, Training Table, and banquets.

This role requires standing for long periods, handling large quantities, maintaining safety, following recipes, and working up to 40 hours per week based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale.
• Ability to maintain records of output, quantities of ingredients used, and supplies on hand.
• Knowledge of a large variety of food recipes.
• Knowledge of food values, menu planning and uses for left‑over food.
• Ability to work from written menus and standard recipes.
• Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food prep and service and of effective precautionary measures.
• Ability to handle knives and other sharp items in a safe manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow direction from supervisor.
• Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Kitchen prep and food production for Savannah Room, Courtyard Café, Training Table, and banquets.
• Prepare custom food for specific outlets within the Center.
• Keep preparation and work stations clean and organized.
• Occasionally assist with plating and moving plated meals to event areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Large-scale kitchen

Inventory tracking

Menu planning

Safety and hygiene

Communication

Time management

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Summary

Position will assist with preparation and presentation of food for the Savannah Room, Courtyard Café, Training Table, and or Banquets (AM/PM).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Kitchen prep (cutting meat and vegetables, preparing food for service, maintenance of event food levels) – 60%
• Prepare custom food for specific outlets within the Center – 20%
• Keep preparation and work stations clean and organized – 15%
• Occasionally work with staff to help plate up and move plated banquet meals to event area – 5%

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale.
• Ability to maintain records of output, quantities of ingredients used, and supplies on hand.
• Knowledge of a large variety of food recipes.
• Knowledge of food values, menu planning and uses for left‑over food.
• Ability to work from written menus and standard recipes.
• Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food prep and service and of effective precautionary measures.
• Ability to handle knives and other sharp items in a safe manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow direction from supervisor.
• Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperatures.

Physical Demands

Stand on feet for long periods of time, work quickly in a fast‑paced environment, handle large quantities of food prep at a time, lift heavy objects.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Employee
Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week based on business needs. Hours are not guaranteed. May be required to work when the University is closed.
Salary: minimum $16 per hour
Location: Athens Area
Posting Number: G/R13180P
Working Title: Kitchen Utility Worker – Cook

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).