What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - Foundational, Early Shift, IU Dining position at Indiana University?
Department
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS & SERV (BA-RPAS-IUBLA)
Department Information
IU Dining supports the goals and mission of Indiana University by providing a professional and welcoming atmosphere with excellent customer service, affordable options, and innovative cuisine to a diverse university community. For more information, please visit the IU Dining website.
Job Summary
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Preferred
Required
Required
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires tasks typically associated with back-of-the-house food service work. It involves periods of both sedentary work and times of frequent movement about the workspace. Using commercial kitchen equipment and tools, moving supplies and effective communication skills are necessary. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$15.00 per hour
Work Hours
8:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday, with alternating weekends.
Management reserves the right to adjust work hours to accommodate special meals and events.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Job Classification
Career Level: Foundational
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Operations
Job Family: Food Services
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Cook - Foundational, Early Shift, IU Dining or by visiting IUPD.
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Request Support
Telephone:
RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS & SERV (BA-RPAS-IUBLA)
Department Information
IU Dining supports the goals and mission of Indiana University by providing a professional and welcoming atmosphere with excellent customer service, affordable options, and innovative cuisine to a diverse university community. For more information, please visit the IU Dining website.
Job Summary
- Under direct supervision, prepares food items according to menus and numbers of portions to be served.
- Receives and stores food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas. Carries food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
- Weighs or measures ingredients. Uses manual and/or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods. Washes, peels, and/or cuts various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Assures that the kitchen is equipped with all necessary food and cooking items for scheduled meals. Informs supervisors when supplies are low or equipment is not working properly.
- Cleans galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Removes trash and cleans kitchen garbage containers.
- Trains and assists new employees. Assists in other kitchen departments as time permits.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- General knowledge at the high school level
Preferred
- Previous experience in related field
Required
- Food Safety (ServSafe) certification within 180 days from date of hire
Required
- Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
- Proficient communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
- Highly thorough and dependable
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to represent the company with external constituents
- Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Ability to build strong customer relationships
- Working knowledge of preparation methods and practices for a variety of foods.
- Knowledge of basic kitchen sanitation methods and food safety practices.
- Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret recipes and calculate necessary quantities of ingredients.
- Ability to learn and operate institutional kitchen equipment.
- Ability to coordinate both preparation and timing for menu food items.
- Ability to perform work requiring considerable standing and light-medium physical effort under hot and or humid working conditions.
- Ability to maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene.
- Ability to review and analyze impending menus to determine appropriate levels for supplies.
- Ability to work in team environment as an effective team player.
- Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires tasks typically associated with back-of-the-house food service work. It involves periods of both sedentary work and times of frequent movement about the workspace. Using commercial kitchen equipment and tools, moving supplies and effective communication skills are necessary. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$15.00 per hour
Work Hours
8:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday, with alternating weekends.
Management reserves the right to adjust work hours to accommodate special meals and events.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Job Classification
Career Level: Foundational
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Operations
Job Family: Food Services
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Cook - Foundational, Early Shift, IU Dining or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support
Telephone:
812-856-1234
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