Temporary Cook 1

Temporary Cook 1

Temporary Cook 1

Company:

Ohio University

Job Location:

Athens, 45701-2979

Category:

Food Services

Type:

Full-Time

Applications Accepted From

Public: Open to the public , AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.

CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.

THIS IS NOT A STUDENT POSITION.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment physical.

In an effort to make the process of awarding bids upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.

Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.

This is a temporary position, if a current 1699 employee is selected for this temporary role their benefits will continue without change: should an external employee be hired into the role temporarily, they will only receive sick and retirement benefits as the position is less than 120 days.

This position is eligible for the following benefits

sick leave and retirement.

Posting Number: 20166895S

Job Description

Under general direction from lead worker or supervision from food service management, cooks food in large quantities.

Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines;

Operates standard kitchen equipment to cook foods; mixes salad; makes desserts and dressings; prepares hot and cold beverages & special menu foods; slices meat & cheese & makes sandwiches, assembles fruit plates & relish trays; cleans & cuts vegetables & meats before cooking and mixing;

Prepares food items for service using production sheets, standardized recipes and following department guidelines;

Sets up food lines; portions food on serving lines, sets up trays & carts; packs food for delivery to dining areas & storage; reviews & completes food production records;

Cleans and sanitizes work area, equipment, & utensils; reports accidents and malfunctioning equipment; may supervise and train student employees;

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of methods, materials & equipment used in large volume cooking;

Ability to understand system of procedures;

Read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;

Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages;

Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;

Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;

Work independently or with others;

Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community

Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of kitchen tools & equipment;

Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;

Lift up to 50 pounds;

An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Training & Experience:

960 hrs. as Food Service Worker or 3 courses in food preparation, sanitation & storage (or 1 year experience cooking in institutional, school or restaurant setting);

1 course in food service equipment (or 1 month experience); or equivalent;

Successful completion of a test may be required.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Exposure to extreme temperatures, prolonged standing, hot ovens & sharp utensils.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of safety practices. *

Skill in the operation of kitchen equipment. *

Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures. *

*Developed after employment

Department

Culinary Services

Pay Rate: AFSCME Pay Range 03: $15.84 - $22.43

Job Open Date

08/04/2025

Posting Close Date

8/11/2025

Job Category: Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months

12 month

Planning Unit: Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

This is a temporary position effective immediately, potentially until the end of Fall Semester but could possibly extend further than that.

Work Schedule.

Week 1 - Sun-Off, M to Fri-7am-3:30pm, Sat-Off

Week 2 - Sun-Off, M to W-7am-3:30pm, Fri-7am-3:30pm, Sat-11am-7:30pm

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week

40 hours per week

Expected duration of assignment

Full time temporary (