Senior Cook

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for eligible programs

Generous benefits package

Job summary

University of Rhode Island is seeking a Senior Cook for the Central Food Processing Plant in Kingston. The role involves planning, supervising, and cooking meals for groups ranging from 100 to 499 people daily, with leadership responsibilities over kitchen staff.

The position requires extensive experience in large-scale food preparation, knowledge of recipes and food safety, and the ability to coordinate with a supervisor to meet menus and schedules. A generous benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• A thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation.
• Working knowledge of kitchen management.
• Skill in cookery for meats, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, beverages, and desserts in large quantities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and cook food for daily meals for 100–499 people.
• Instruct and direct subordinate personnel in the Central Food Processing Plant.
• Estimate food needs and requisition quantities per menu requirements.
• Supervise receipt, storage, and distribution of food supplies.
• Ensure meals are prepared per standardized recipes and schedules.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen management

Large-quantity cooking

Supervision

Food production

Education

Eight grade education

Experience in large-scale cooking (hospital/hotel/large restaurant)

Tools

Industrial kitchen equipment

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number CS02270 Job Title Senior Cook Position Number 109 FTE FLSA Pay Rate Grade 315 Salary Range $48,771 - $53,059 Pay Grade Level Grade 315 Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint) Status Full-time, Permanent, Academic Year Restriction or Limitation Reason End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department Dining Central Operations Contact(s)

Sean Nelson

Specialist, Talent Acquisition

Office of Human Resources

80 Lower College Road

Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension Contact Email [e-mail]

Physical Demands

At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Campus Location

Kingston Building(s)

Hope Commons – all areas

Grant Funded Extension Contingent on Funding Date Extension Contingency Notes Duties and Responsibilities

Illustrative Examples Of Work Performed

• On an assigned shift, to be responsible for planning, supervising, preparing and cooking of all food and the preparation of beverages in a kitchen providing meals daily to at least 100 but less than 500 persons
• To assist a cook of higher rank in the manufacturing, assembling and packaging of food and to instruct and direct subordinate personnel in the Central Food Processing Plant
• To participate in the preparation and cooking of food.
• To estimate food needs in advance and to requisition kinds and amount of food necessary to comply with menu requirements.
• To supervise the receipt, storage, care and distribution of food supplies.
• To be responsible for the preparation of meals, adhering to approved standardized recipes and a predetermined time schedule.
• To instruct and train subordinates in the proper preparation and cooking of foods.
• To inspect kitchens, cafeterias, refrigerators, storage rooms and kitchen equipment for cleanliness and freedom from pests and rodents.
• To consult with and work with a superior in the development and maintenance of an adequate dietary program.
• To act as a supervisory assistant to a cook of superior rank in a large kitchen and to prepare and cook foods as directed.
• To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:

A thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation; a working Knowledge of kitchen management; skill in the various branches of cookery Iinvolving the preparation of meats, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, beverages And desserts in large quantities; the ability to plan, lay out and supervise the work of others engaged in preparing and cooking food for serving daily at least 100 but less than 500 persons; the ability to assist in the operation, or as required, to operate a food production department in the Central Food Processing Plant; and related capacities and abilities.

Education And Experience

EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and

EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: employment as a cook engaged in the preparation of foods of all kinds in large quantities in a hospital, hotel or large restaurant.

OR, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Hours

Flex Schedule (will be discussed during interview)

Retail, Allergy-Friendly, Late Night, and Float.

Academic Year Dates: August 9, 2026 through May 15, 2027

Posting Date 10/07/2026 Closing Date 10/17/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

Full-Time, 40 hrs., Academic Year

A generous benefits package including a tuition waiver for CCRI, RIC, and URI for the successful candidate, spouse, and dependents (if applicable) based on current education. paid time off, paid state holidays, and a mandatory retirement plan are also available in addition to many other types of benefits.

To Learn More About The Benefits Package, Please Visit

https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts.

All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the search process may be subject to applicable bargaining unit procedures.

The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background report paid for by the University.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16821