Cook Assistant - Culinary Services

Ohio University   Athens, OH   Full-time     Food Service
Posted on April 17, 2024
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Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information

Job Title

Cook Assistant - Culinary Services

Applications Accepted From

Public: Open to the public, AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental

Special Instructions to Applicants
  • This posting is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be considered first.
    • CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE (INCLUDING BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES) TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.
    • This position is academic term (fall and spring) only and subject to seasonal layoff during the summer, spring break, and winter break in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Ohio Revised Code, due to lack of work during those periods between or outside of academic terms, with reasonable assurance to return to work.
    • THIS IS NOT A STUDENT POSITION.
    • We seek a candidate with a commitment in working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
    • ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A BACKGROUND CHECK AND A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL.
    • In an effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
    • Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.
    • If additional positions become vacant during the posting process, they will be filled via this posting.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:

medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number

20166098S

Job Description

Under direction from the lead worker and/or general supervision from food service management, assists in food preparation, helps cooks prepare and cooks quantities of food, prepares, serves and displays food in operation.
  • Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required guidelines.
  • Prepares and cooks food items to standardized recipes using standard kitchen equipment. Cleans and prepares hot, cold, special menu foods, sliced meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also prepare meat proteins before cooking.
  • Sets up and break downs food lines, cleans and breaks down work area: to include scraping, washing pots, pans and dishes, mopping, swiping and emptying trash. Follows prep and production sheets using standardized recipes and department guidelines.
  • Performs other related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
  • Work independently or with others.
  • Demonstrated willingness to work with diverse populations.
  • Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools & equipment.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages.
  • Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems.
  • Successful completion of a test may be required.
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures, hot ovens, sharp utensils, prolonged standing.
  • An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of safety practices. *
  • Skill in the operation of kitchen equipment. *
  • Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures. *
*Developed after employment

Department

Culinary Services

Pay Rate

AFSCME 1699 |01| minimum hourly rate – $13.87
Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package such as one meal per work shift, paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, and more. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
After working 960 hours in classification, eligible to test for Cook 1 position.

Job Open Date

04/16/2024

Posting Close Date

04/23/2024

Job Category

Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months

seasonal

Planning Unit

Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

Academic term. Assigned to Brick City Deli On-The-Go Food truck. If food truck is not operational, the position will be assigned to another venue.

Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., days off Saturday, Sunday

Campus

Athens

Expected hours worked per week

40 hours during fall and spring academic periods

Expected duration of assignment

permanent

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Amanda Russell, russella@ohio.edu

Diversity Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Job Information

Employment Type

full-time regular

Job Family/Subfamily

Career Track & Level

Pay Grade

AFSCME|01|

Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report

Clery Act Statistics

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    2. Cover Letter
    3. References
    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    1. * Please indicate how you learned about this posting.
      • www. ohiouniversityjobs.com
      • www.higheredjobs.com
      • www.ohiomeansjobs.com
      • The Athens Messenger
      • The Chronicle of Higher Education
      • Ohio University employee
      • OHIO Jobs Line (phone)
      • Employment Agency
      • Posted Announcement
      • Professional association
      • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc)
      • OTHER
    2. * Please select an option that best represents your current status:
      • I am a current Ohio University employee and NOT currently serving a probationary period.
      • I am a current Ohio University employee, and I am serving in either an initial or a promotional probationary period.
      • I am a current Ohio University Student employee.
      • I am not an employee of Ohio University.
    3. * Are you a current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 employee?
      • yes
      • no
    4. * Are you a current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 employee working in Culinary Services?
      • yes
      • no
    5. * Were you referred by a current Ohio University Employee?
      • Yes
      • No
    6. If you were referred by a current Ohio University employee, please provide their name and date of referral for this position.

      (Open Ended Question)

    Ohio University

    Athens , OH
    https://www.ohio.edu/