Cook (req34303)
University of New Mexico
in Albuquerque, NM
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Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.00 - $18.00
Posted: 08/15/2025
Category: Food Services
Requisition ID: req34303
Working Title: Cook
Position Grade: 05
Position Summary
Join a fast paced team
in providing nutritionally sound meals to young children. Responsibilities
include:
* Working with a team to serve meals to approximately 250 children, three times per day.
* Coordinating meal service with kitchen personnel and classroom staff.
* Participating in meal preparation, cooking, service and clean-up.
* Ordering supplies as necessary.
* Participating in required trainings and workshops, Center events, and functions.
This is a term,
full-time, benefits eligible position upon the date of hire.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Ability to obtain State of New Mexico Food Handler's Certificate, where applicable.
If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Training directly
related to food production
Experience:
* Working in a commercial kitchen.
* Attending to daily maintenance of kitchen equipment.
* Implementing USDA Food Program policies and procedures.
* Directly relating to food handling, preparation and customer service.
* Maintaining required Environmental Health and generally-accepted food industry.
Additional Requirements
Individuals must complete an ECECD background check, including fingerprinting, and receive replacement medical clearance from the UNM EOHS office.
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department: UNM Childrens Campus Administration (234B)
Employment Type: Staff
Staff Type: Term - Full-Time
Term End Date: 06/30/2026
Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: Hourly: $15.00 - $18.00
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required: Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 8/25/2025
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Applicant must provide an updated resume.
The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.
Apply Now
University of New Mexico
in Albuquerque, NM
Apply Now
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.00 - $18.00
Posted: 08/15/2025
Category: Food Services
Requisition ID: req34303
Working Title: Cook
Position Grade: 05
Position Summary
Join a fast paced team
in providing nutritionally sound meals to young children. Responsibilities
include:
* Working with a team to serve meals to approximately 250 children, three times per day.
* Coordinating meal service with kitchen personnel and classroom staff.
* Participating in meal preparation, cooking, service and clean-up.
* Ordering supplies as necessary.
* Participating in required trainings and workshops, Center events, and functions.
This is a term,
full-time, benefits eligible position upon the date of hire.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Ability to obtain State of New Mexico Food Handler's Certificate, where applicable.
If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Training directly
related to food production
Experience:
* Working in a commercial kitchen.
* Attending to daily maintenance of kitchen equipment.
* Implementing USDA Food Program policies and procedures.
* Directly relating to food handling, preparation and customer service.
* Maintaining required Environmental Health and generally-accepted food industry.
Additional Requirements
Individuals must complete an ECECD background check, including fingerprinting, and receive replacement medical clearance from the UNM EOHS office.
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department: UNM Childrens Campus Administration (234B)
Employment Type: Staff
Staff Type: Term - Full-Time
Term End Date: 06/30/2026
Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: Hourly: $15.00 - $18.00
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required: Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 8/25/2025
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Applicant must provide an updated resume.
The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.
Apply Now
Job ID: 490110715
Originally Posted on: 8/20/2025
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