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Cook/Food Service Worker

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026

Description

Perform all tasks related to the daily operation of the kitchen and serving area. This person will assist in special events including caterings and banquets. Duties will include cash register operation, opening and/or closing process and training college student workers.

A valid driver's license is required for this position as it may involve travel up to 25% to the Centerville Campus. A company vehicle will be available most times to utilize for travel.

Vision:
Indian Hills Community College will transform the future through education and empowerment.

Mission:
Indian Hills Community College changes lives by inspiring learning, diversity, social enrichment, and regional economic advancement.

Core Values:
Indian Hills Community College is committed to belonging, community, diversity, excellence, innovation, integrity, service and success.

Minimum Job Requirements

  • Must be clean, dependable and customer service oriented.
  • Rotate stock items as per established procedures.
  • Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
  • Must be capable of preparing and serving a variety of menus with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
  • Perform necessary cleaning on all equipment and appliances.
  • Monitor college student workers including recording hours worked.
  • Must have, and keep current, Serve Safe Certification, or must obtain within 60 days of employment.
  • Ensure the kitchen/dining area are cleaned and sanitized at the end of your shift.
  • A valid driver's license is required.

Work Performed

  • Assist as directed with the operation of the college dining services.
  • Perform food preparation and customer service functions.
  • Prepare main entrees, side dishes and desserts.
  • Assist in preparing, delivery and service of caterings.
  • Responsible for keeping kitchen equipment/appliances clean.
  • Assist in washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans.
  • Maintain a friendly, positive and professional relationship with all patrons.
  • Be responsible for cash register operations.
  • Maintain organizations, rotations and cleanliness of all areas of the kitchen, store rooms, coolers, freezers, service and dining area.
  • Store all food, paper supplies, and chemicals according to all applicable health laws.
  • Monitor food appearance, quality and portion control.
  • Maintain accurate records required by the college and Food Service Department.
  • Receive and validate all food deliveries from vendors.
  • Must be willing to help with caterings.
  • Responsible for opening and closing procedures.
  • Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.
  • The assigned work location may change as needed.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Supplemental Information

Responsible To:
Director, Food Service

Position Level:
Auxiliary Support, Level II, Non-Exempt, Traditional Funding, at will employment on a letter of employment

Employment Length:
3 Term, Full Time, Benefits

Schedule:
36 hours per week, Varied hours. Must be available to work weekend rotations.

Salary : $16 - $16

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