The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE: 

Student Cook - Catering and Events

JOB PURPOSE: 

Perform entry-level general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under direct supervision. 

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and cook meat, fish, vegetables, gravies, cereals, soups, fruits and other foods according to recipes and established procedures for food preparation.
• Prepare and cook food for special diets from recipes provided.
• Prepare various salads, dressings and desserts; prepare leftover food for storage.
• Notify supervisor of food and supplies needed and check in food and supplies as directed.
• Notify supervisor of equipment and work area problems following standard procedures.
• Clean kitchen pantry, utensils, refrigerators and food service equipment and work areas, following established standards for sanitation and safety. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in trainings and other professional development activity.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives

COMPETENCIES:  

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Quality of Work
• Safety Awareness
• Work Tempo

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Food preparation techniques and sanitation procedures for large scale food production.
• Presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• State and local health sanitation codes related to the operation of a kitchen.
• Maintenance and care of culinary facilities, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Determining ingredient quantities according to specific orders.
• Food serving techniques.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Present self with neat and clean appearance and prepare food in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Use common kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Follow instructions.
• Cook and prepare a variety of foods.
• Read and write.
• Gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Organize and coordinate.
• Accept receipt of goods and supplies.
• Perform techniques used in large-scale production kitchen.
• Use basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide amounts and quantities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Standard kitchen and food service environments; regular exposure to heat from ovens, grills, and stoves, cold from storage facility, and other hazards associated with food service and preparation; maintain same position for long periods of time such as grilling or frying food.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application & attach Resume/CV 

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/