COOK I (STUDENT UNIONS) (PRODUCTION) (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

Cook I (Student Unions) (Production) (Multiple Positions)

Tucson, AZ Type : Full-Time Posted : 06 / 23 / 2021 Posting Number : req5784

Department : Student Food Service

Location : Main Campus

Address : Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Please note : This job postings is now for six open positions. The AZ Student Unions is looking for six talented Cook I to work in our production area.

Performs advanced food preparation and production for food service units.

The Student Union Memorial Center is one of the largest student unions in the United States. At a size of 405,000 square feet, SUMC contains everything students need.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays;

UA / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!*

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocation services, please .

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares food on hot or cold production line
• Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis
• Coordinates food preparation needs with Supervisor and P.M. staff
• Coordinates ordering needs (pork, chicken, and beef) 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
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor
• Slices meats and cheeses as required by daily production needs
• Wraps, weighs, labels all deli meats and cheeses to meet daily production
• Assists cold food production when possible
• Prevents cross contamination of food products
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items; stores in designated areas
• Cleans counter top, plexiglass windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats
• Sends all utensils to be washed and when returned - checks to see that all utensils are properly stored
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash

Knowledge :

• Acquiring basic knowledge of job content, practices and procedures.
• Still learning skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to occasionally transport / move a minimum of 40 pounds

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating various commercial kitchen equipment
• Experience in food service operation including large quantity food preparation

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Full Time / Part Time : Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week : 40

Job FTE : 1.0

Work Calendar : Fiscal

Job Category : University Operations

Benefits Eligible : Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay : $12.50

Compensation Type : hourly rate

Grade

Career Stream and Level

Job Family

Culinary & Food Services

Job Function

University Operations

Type of criminal background check required : Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies : 6

Contact Information for Candidates

Judy Harrison

[email protected]

Open Until Filled : Yes

Documents Needed to Apply : Resume and Cover Letter

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community.

As an Hispanic-serving institution and a Native American / Alaska Native-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies.

Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Cook I (Student Unions) (Production) (Multiple Positions) The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ To apply, please send all application materials to :

The University of Arizona

1501 N. Campbell, Room 2233

P.O. Box 245010

Tucson, AZ 85724 *Please be sure to read the job posting carefully and submit all required information.*