Cook II - Part-Time

Cook II - Part-Time

Montana State University, United States

about 5 hours ago

Location:

Bozeman, MONTANA

Deadline:

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Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26092

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Classification Title Culinary Professional II/Cook II - BZ

Working Title Cook II - Part-Time

Brief Position Overview

MSU's Culinary Services hires motivated team members who are excited to actively participate in the ever changing world of the high-paced food industry.

This is a part-time, 10 month position, primarily assigned to Chick-fil-A. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.

Position Number 4N1415

Department Chick Fil A

Division Auxiliary Services

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE .375

Benefits Eligible Not Eligible

Salary $25.10 per hour

Contract Type Classified Hourly

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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Culinary Services Division (CSD), a division of Auxiliary Services, provides meals and specialty beverages for over 18,000 customers daily and is an integral part of campus life and the overall college experience. CSD proudly provides Montana State University students with not only a repertoire of various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors, but a comfortable atmosphere to meet friends, study, and simply relax. The division is comprised of 2 residential dining halls, a commissary kitchen, several retail operations including 4 coffee shops, Chick-fil-A, the Union Market and Bobcat Grill, Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and Bobcat Stadium Concessions, Fork in the Road food truck, MSU Catering, Indulge In-House Bakery, and the Farm to Campus Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

As directed, the Cook II actively works in back of house production area (preparation and service of made to order foods) and assists with front of house when needed.

Skillfully works in cooking areas and prep stations to prepare, cook, and serve a wide variety of recipes in mass quantities in accordance with standard operating procedures. Follows recipes.

Assists with leading a shift of employees. Provides direction and training for students, and temporary staff. Occasionally may help onboard new permanent staff.

Positively and professionally interacts with customers.

Assists with executing production of meals to ensure quality product is being served in an appealing manner while following portion control guidelines.

Properly follows sanitation guidelines and handles food in accordance with FDA food codes and as directed by MSU's Registered Sanitarian. Ensures sanitation guidelines are being followed at their station.

Regularly assists with the cleaning, disposition and storage of foods (hot and cold), supplies, and equipment in accordance with the sanitarian's recommendations. May assist with assigning tasks.

Assists with testing recipes at various times of year and roll out of LTOs.

Assists with maintaining inventory, controlling food and waste costs at their station, and maintaining records per the standard operating procedures.

Performs other general kitchen duties and is trained in other areas of the food service to assist during employee absences or high volume serving.

Actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department's mission.

Primarily assigned to Chick-fil-A, this is a permanent, 10 month position with the University.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience cooking in a high-volume restaurant or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Basic experience leading and/or training staff.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience with inventory control.

Experience working in a franchise food unit.

The Successful Candidate Will

Exhibit interest in the culinary arts and exercise critically good judgment concerning taste and aesthetics of food quality

Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with CS staff in a team-oriented environment with the ultimate goal of providing excellent customer service

Work well individually or on a team

Exhibit strong communication skills both verbally and in writing

Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment

Exhibit excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping skills

Prioritize and organize workload in order to complete tasks in a timely manner

Quickly adapt to changing priorities

Represent the department and the University to others in a professional and courteous manner

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

This is a 10 month permanent, part-time position.

Hours can be up to an estimated 16 hours/week.

Shifts will vary week to week.

May be asked to work days/evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands.

May be asked to occasionally work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.

Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified

Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students) by listening and speaking clearly to them.

This is a permanent position with the University. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to: montana/comeworkwithus/ .

Everyone is welcome to /interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Normal service areas, kitchen, cooler, freezer, dock environments

Stationary and/or moving about for long periods of time

Frequently moving, transporting, and placing containers/product weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs

Occasionally moving product up and down stairs

Bending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking products

Gripping handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment

Performing repetitive motions related to job duties

Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Upon successful completion of the search process

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on or before September 5, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications in your applicant profile or attach a cover letter and resume.

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EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.