Part Time Cook

The Part-Time Cook is responsible for preparing meals in accordance with daily production sheets, adhering to food safety and health standards set by HACCP and ServeSafe, and maintaining a clean and sanitary workstation. This role ensures the consistent quality and presentation of food while supporting efficient kitchen operations.

Supervision:

• Received: Direct supervision from the supervisor and senior cooks.

• Given: Does not supervise other employees but may provide guidance and simple instructions to other staff as needed.

Essential Functions:

1. Production and Preparation:

   • Review and interpret daily production sheets to understand the schedule and specific requirements.

   • Follow recipes meticulously to ensure consistency in flavor, presentation, and quality.

   • Sample foods regularly to verify flavor, texture, and consistency, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

2. Food Safety and Handling:

   • Handle raw ingredients, cook foods, and store products in compliance with HACCP and ServeSafe standards.

   • Ensure all products are accurately labeled and stored for optimal food safety and quality.

3. Sanitation and Maintenance:

   • Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, including walls, floors, equipment, and refrigeration units.

   • Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and stainless-steel appliances, ensuring they are in good working order.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Multi-tasking:

   • Efficiently manage tasks in both hot and cold kitchen areas.

2. Team Collaboration:

   • Work effectively within a team setting to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

3. Other Duties:

   • Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

1. Physical Requirements:

   • Ability to meet the physical demands of food service work, including standing for long periods, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

2. Hygiene and Work Habits:

   • Adhere to high standards of personal hygiene and work habits.

3. Flexibility:

   • Adapt to last-minute changes and meet the evolving needs of the food service operation.

Required Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Cooking Experience:

   • Prior cooking experience in a college or institutional setting.

2. Equipment and Skills:

   • Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and strong knife skills.

3. Culinary Background:

   • Some background in food service, including classical preparation methods, knowledge of common ingredients, proper storage and rotation of products, and industry standards.

4. Sanitation Skills:

   • Basic food service sanitation skills, with ServeSafe certification being highly desirable.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic kitchen environment while upholding high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness.

Employment with the Union Corporation is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check before beginning work. This position is eligible for an employee referral bonus. 

The University of Kansas Memorial Unions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the corporation’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by corporate policy. 

Salary : $11 - $13