Part-Time Cook: Fast-Paced Campus Kitchen

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare and serve quality food in its dining facilities. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, maintaining a clean station, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced kitchen in Bloomington, IN.

The role requires high school-level knowledge and some related experience, with a focus on teamwork and food safety. It is a part-time position at $12.75 per hour, with benefits for eligible staff and a cap of

Qualifications

• General knowledge at high school level.
• Some experience in a related field.
• Ability to learn and operate institutional kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation, cooking, serving, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment while delivering excellent customer service.
• Prepares and serves food items according to standardized recipes and portion sizes.
• Helps to make sure the station is stocked with supplies for the meal.
• Works with standardized recipes, follows instructions to prepare and serve food for their station.
• Performs ware washing and dishwashing tasks as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
• Follows food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Collaborated with team members to support daily kitchen operations and provide excellent customer service.
• Monitors food temperatures and storage to ensure freshness and safety.
• Works with team leads, sous chefs, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and management to help coordinate and execute the preparation of a wide variety of menu items.
• Maintains a positive, professional, and service‑oriented attitude in a fast‑paced environment.
• Supports special events, catering functions, and other food service operations as needed.

Skills

Safe operation

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Food safety

Read recipes

Equipment operation

Allergen awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare and serve quality food in its dining facilities. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, maintaining a clean station, and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced kitchen in Bloomington, IN.

The role requires high school-level knowledge and some related experience, with a focus on teamwork and food safety. It is a part-time position at $12.75 per hour, with benefits for eligible staff and a cap of