What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook II position at The University of Georgia?
Position Information
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Supervises and participates in the work of preparing a large volume of meats, vegetables, and other foods. Consults with supervisor to determine best methods of preparation for individual food items. Assists in planning menus and devising means of using leftover foods. Prepares special foods for banquets and other occasions. Gives special attention to overall appearance of food prepared.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Completes computerized production sheets including
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Shelly Orozco-Marrs Recruitment Contact Email shellyom@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Supervises and participates in the work of preparing a large volume of meats, vegetables, and other foods. Consults with supervisor to determine best methods of preparation for individual food items. Assists in planning menus and devising means of using leftover foods. Prepares special foods for banquets and other occasions. Gives special attention to overall appearance of food prepared.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
- Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment used in food preparation on a large scale.
- Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food preparation and service & knowledge of precautionary measures.
- Ability to work from written menus and standard recipes.
- Ability to plan, lay out & assign work to a staff of skilled and unskilled kitchen workers in a manner conductive to full performance & high moral.
- Ability to keep accurate records of all foods used.
- Ability to work long hours standing.
- Perform physical activity; move loads up to 50lbs, unloading and stocking products
- Perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30lbs;
- Perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination.
- Able to reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
- Work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
- Able to work long hours standing.
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
- Directs and maintains highest standards of safety and sanitation in assigned areas.
- Inspects refrigerators and the work of other cooks to prevent food waste.
- Supervises and participates in the cleaning of kitchen, storeroom, and refrigerators.
Completes computerized production sheets including
- Reading production sheet carefully before starting each meal.
- Recording on computer production sheet total weight of foods prepared.
- Recording the time of menu run-outs on production sheets.
- Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, baking ovens and stoves.
- Assists in training of new employees.
- Cooperates in establishing good relationships with all UGA Dining Service personnel.
- Performs related work as assigned by management.
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Shelly Orozco-Marrs Recruitment Contact Email shellyom@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you willing to walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, bend, and squat frequently, work with hands above head, and work from an standard and/or extended ladder or other raised surface throughout your shift?
- No Response
- No
- Yes
- How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7
- Are you available to work weekends?
- Yes
- No
- Are you available to work evenings until 11:30pm?
- * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
- UGAjobsearch.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Indeed.com
- hCareers.com
- The Department of Labor
- Goodwill
- UGA Employee
- Other
Required Documents
- List of References with Contact Information
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
