Temporary Cook (Continuous Recruitment)

Required qualifications include: Ability to work occasional extended hours up to 12 hours on some days. Ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing up to 200#Ability to lift cases of food products weighing up to 50#Knowledge of efficient and safe use of food service equipment such as ovens, choppers, slicers, fryers, etc. Ability to bend, stoop and lift up to 50# when storing, stocking, and of food production methods and procedures including sanitation Knowledge of equipment cleaning methods and procedures. Ability to read and interpret recipe information and production sheets from menu management system. Knowledge of weights and measures. Thorough knowledge of and experience in the use of materials, methods, and equipment used in large scale cooking. Thorough knowledge of food products and quality standards for foods. Ability to independently coordinate and guide preparation activities on a large scale. Considerable knowledge of sanitation and health precautions in food preparation and service.

Preferred qualifications include: Ability to work occasional extended hours up to 12 hours on some days. Ability to push or pull wheeled carts weighing up to 200#Ability to lift cases of food products weighing up to 50#Ability to work cooperatively with all staff members and the larger university community. The work environment requires that the incumbent communicate courteously, following customer service standards to vendors, supervisors, customers, and co-workers, often under stressful circumstances. The work must be performed within time constraints meeting quality standards, schedules, and deadlines. Working knowledge of ServSafe, ServSafe certification necessary within 3 months of hire, recertification within 3 months of is a temporary University Staff position, non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position is required to serve a six-month probation period. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. To apply, ensure your application materials are complete and submitted in PDF format. Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding workplace misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. For additional information regarding the position, please contact Marty Kalepp at or 715-346-3054. For questions regarding the application process or need special arrangements, please contact Human Resources at or 715-346-2606.