Cook I (Kitchen Production)

The University is seeking a Cook I (Kitchen Production) to prepare, season and cook a wide variety of food for various food service units. This position also cooks according to recipes and requires knowledge of basic kitchen equipment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Prepares food
  on hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Prepares food
  items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
• Coordinates
  food preparation needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Coordinates
  ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Performs food
  preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation,
  following written standardized recipes.
• Cleans and
  processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe's specifications.
• Labels, dates
  and stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
• Assembles
  necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
• Labels and
  dates products.
• Assists cold
  food production when possible.
• Prevents cross
  contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labels
  and dates all food items; stores in designated areas.
• Cleans
  countertops, windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Cleans cooking
  utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation;
  ensure all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties
  sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Greets and
  serves customers in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Actively solves
  problems wherever possible.
• Works
  harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Additional
  duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of
  food service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of
  job content, practices, and procedures.
• Skills
  necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
• Skill in
  operating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to
  effectively communicate.

Physical
Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally
  lift, move, and transport a maximum of 50 pounds.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school
  diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.