Principal Cook

Position Information

Posting Number CS02106 Job Title Principal Cook Position Number 287 FTE FLSA Pay Rate Salary Range $48,601 - $53,777 Pay Grade Level Grade 318 Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint) Status Full-time, Calendar Year, Permanent Restriction or Limitation Reason End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department Dining Central Operations Contact(s)

Jenna Visinho

Specialist, Talent Acquisition

Office of Human Resource Administration

80 Lower College Road

Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension ... Contact Email ... Physical Demands

At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.

Campus Location Kingston Building(s)

Hope Commons - All areas

Grant Funded Extension Contingent on Funding Date Extension Contingency Notes Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

On an assigned shift, to be responsible for planning, supervising, preparing and cooking of all food, and the preparation and making of beverages in a kitchen providing meals daily to 500 or more persons; to plan daily production assignments and to instruct and direct cooks and helpers in large food manufacturing, assembling and packaging in the central food processing plant.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the administrative supervision of a superior; receives technical assistance in menu preparation or food preparation from a dietitian who may review work in process or upon completion for conformance to food policies and given instructions.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, supervises and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in the preparation and cooking of food and in kitchen maintenance.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

On an assigned shift to be responsible for planning and supervising the preparation and cooking of all food and the preparation and making of beverages in a state institution or public building kitchen providing meals daily to 500 or more persons; as required, to participate in the preparation and cooking foods.

To plan daily production assignments and to instruct and direct cooks and helpers in large food manufacturing, assembling and packaging in the central food processing plant.

To estimate food needs in advance and to requisition kinds and amount of food necessary to comply with menu requirements.

To supervise the receipt, storage, care and distribution of food supplies.

To be responsible for the preparation of meals adhering to approved standardized recipes and a predetermined time schedule.

To instruct and train subordinates in the proper preparation and cooking of foods.

To inspect kitchens, cafeterias, refrigerators, storage rooms and kitchen equipment for cleanliness and freedom from pests and rodents.

To consult with and work with a superior in the development and maintenance of an adequate dietary program.

To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation; a working knowledge of kitchen management; skill in the various branches of cookery involving the preparation of meats, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, beverages and desserts in large quantities; the ability to plan, lay out, and supervise the work of others engaged in preparing and cooking food to be served daily to at least 500 persons; the ability to operate a food production department in the central food processing plant.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and;

EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through employment in a responsible supervisory capacity as a cook engaged in the preparation of foods of all kinds in large quantities in an institution, hospital, hotel or large restaurant.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Work Hours

10:00 AM to 8:30 PM - Wednesday & Thursday

9:30 AM to 8:00 PM - Friday

9:00 AM to 7:30 PM - Saturday

Days Off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

Full-time, 40 hrs., calendar year

Start date after 7/31/25

Work hours and days off will vary according to departmental need.

Posting Date 06/04/2025 Closing Date 06/13/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants

The University of Rhode Island is an equal-opportunity employer committed to the principles of affirmative action. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.

Includes a generous benefits package including a tuition waiver for CCRI, RIC, and URI for the successful candidate, spouse, and dependents (if applicable) based on current education. Paid time off, paid state holidays, and mandatory retirement plan are also available in addition to many other types of benefits.

To learn more about the benefits package, please visit:

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