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Cook

University of Charleston
South Charleston, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2026
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Current Job Opening at the University of Charleston

Posted April 4, 2024

Cook

Food Service & Catering, University of Charleston

Job Summary

The University of Charleston seeks a full-time Food Service employee to join the Culinary Team; previous cooking experience is required. Must be able to work weekends and nights as needed and shifts will vary.

Essential Functions

  • Prepares recipes for meal periods
  • Garnishes and places food items at the appropriate stations
  • Ensures and maintains proper sanitation of the kitchen
  • Uses proper portioning
  • Answers customer questions accurately on menu items
  • Assists in restocking and clean-up of the kitchen and serving stations at the end of the service period
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

  • Must be able to read and follow recipes and follow directions.
  • Experienced with general kitchen procedures
  • Understands the importance of health department and AVI Fresh food and safety guidelines
  • Must be a team player and perform well in meeting deadlines
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as necessary
  • Willing to work nights/weekends/overtime as needed
  • Must understand the importance of security and confidentiality associated with a university campus
  • Excellent attendance

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)
  • Life Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Vacation Accrual
  • Sick Accrual
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Benefits

Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit a current resume to

Virginia Moore

virginiamoore@ucwv.edu

The University of Charleston is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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