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Temporary Production Cook

Inside Higher Ed
Laie, HI Temporary
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and reliable temporary production cook to join our team for a short-term assignment. The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen organization, ensuring that all meals are prepared according to established menus and safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and supervisor instructions.
  • Ensure compliance with all state and federal food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and food preparation areas, following all safety protocols.
  • Assist with additional kitchen duties, including dishwashing, inventory management, and preparation of ingredients, as directed by supervisors or team members.
  • Work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, as scheduled to support kitchen operations.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • One year of related experience and/or training in a food service or kitchen environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices and sanitation standards.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Competencies

  • Customer Service: Demonstrates a friendly and cooperative attitude with team members and supervisors to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen.
  • Work Organization: Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively to ensure timely meal preparation.
  • Dependability: Reliable and consistent attendance to work shifts as scheduled.
  • Job Knowledge: Knowledgeable about cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
  • Attention to Communication: Clearly communicates with supervisors and team members to ensure accurate and efficient food production.

Physical Demands

  • Work environment is an industrial kitchen where temperature, humidity, and heat levels may fluctuate.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks as needed.

Approximate starting hourly rate:
$ $19.00. The wage offered could be above or below range based on education and experience as it relates to the job description.

As an educational institution affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU–Hawaii prefers to hire qualified members of the Church in good standing, as authorized under 41 C.F.R.

  • a)(6). To be eligible for employment, applicants who are members of the Church must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend and receive a clearance from the Church's Ecclesiastical Clearance Office. Job applicants must be able to meet these conditions to advance through the hiring process successfully. An expired temple recommend will prevent consideration for hire.

Salary : $19

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