Late‑Night Prep Cook I

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Cook I (Late Night) to assist in the preparation of food for the Dining Commons in Athens. You will prepare meats, vegetables, and breakfast items under supervision, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to schedules.

Work hours are 4:30 PM to 3:30 AM on a four-day schedule with weekend work; benefits and campus culture accompany this role, with a starting hourly salary of about $17.52.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in large-scale food preparation.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Successful completion of a department-sponsored food safety training program within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables for lunch and dinner.
• Prepare breakfast dishes including eggs, bacon, hot cereals, stews, soufflés, and similar dishes.
• Operate standard cooking equipment such as mixers, steam cookers, toasters, choppers, refrigerators, ovens, and stoves.
• Supervise and assist in kitchen cleaning, storage, and lead workers in food preparation.
• Complete computerized production sheets in a neat and timely manner.
• Perform related work as assigned by management.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Health hazards awareness

Reading & math skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a Cook I (Late Night) to assist in the preparation of food for the Dining Commons in Athens. You will prepare meats, vegetables, and breakfast items under supervision, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to schedules.

Work hours are 4:30 PM to 3:30 AM on a four-day schedule with weekend work; benefits and campus culture accompany this role, with a starting hourly salary of about $17.52.