SEIU-Cook Helper

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a part-time food service worker to support cooks and prepare meals at 475 Alumni Rd, Rochester, NY. The role aligns with the UR Evening shift and involves gathering supplies, handling grills and ovens, and ensuring food is prepared safely and efficiently.

The position requires basic food preparation knowledge, ability to read and follow instructions, and the physical capacity to lift 40-50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of the methods of food preparation.
• Ability to read and write English and follow instructions.
• 1 year experience in commercial food service or equivalent.
• Ability to lift approx. 40-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering food supplies and equipment for Cooks and assists them in the preparation of food.
• May perform grill and broiler activities independently.
• Tends foods that are cooking and tests progress; adjusts time/temperature as directed.
• Prepares servings, trays, and serves food; maintains sanitation and safety standards.
• Cleans and stores utensils and equipment; assists with stock and prep tasks.

Skills

Food service experience

English literacy

Tools

Ovens and grills

Food prep equipment

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 475 Alumni Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 34 Department: 200810 Cash Ops/Aux Ops Work Shift: UR - Evening (United States of America) Range: UR SEIU 025 H

Compensation Range

$19.13 - $25.95

The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

Assists in gathering food supplies and equipment for Cooks and assists them in the preparation of food. May perform grill and broiler activities independently. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:None.MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:Ovens, microwave ovens, ranges, grills, fryers, steamers, steam kettles, broilers, mixers, tilting brazing skillet, choppers, blenders, grinders, slicers, woks, tenderizers, bowls, kettles, pots, vischer cookers, vertical cutter mixer, toasters, pans, utensils, measuring cups and spoons, knives and other related equipment.

Typical Duties

1. Tends foods that are cooking and tests them for progress of cooking. May adjust cooking time and temperature and add seasonings and ingredients as directed. Prepares beverages and like items. May prepare special diet foods and short-order foods such as on grills or in broiler.
2. Peels, washes, trims and cuts vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese and other foods. Measures and mixes ingredients according to computer-generated recipes.
3. Prepares servings of food items. Makes up patients' trays and serves food onto a food truck or containers. Observes precautions against deterioration and degradation of prepared foods, foods awaiting preparation and leftovers awaiting proper storage.
4. Removes food from carts when returned; wraps, stores, processes or discards as directed. Cleans utensils, equipment and work area, stores food in prescribed manner and follows all other instructions to maintain prescribed standards of sanitation and safety.
5. Obtains and arranges food, supplies, and utensils and prepares oven, fryers and grills. May obtain food trucks, containers and trays.

Requirements

Requires knowledge of the methods of food preparation, ability to read and write English and understand and follow oral and written instructions and 1 year experience in commercial food service; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to lift items weighing approximately 40-50 pounds

Notice

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.