Cook

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: 26 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 129341
Title: Cook
Functional Title: Cook
Category Status: 22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.00
Unit: VPSA-DS-Yahentamitsi Diner
Hiring Range Minimum: 38732
Hiring Range Maximum: 46478
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Contingent II Benefits Summary

Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under general supervision, functions as a cook preparing menu items according to standard recipes, ensuring quantity and quality standards are maintained.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Three years in commercial or institutional cooking.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of food preparation methods.
  • Thorough knowledge of and skill in applying the procedures and standards of quality and quantity food selection, food preservation, meal service and portion control.
  • General knowledge of principles and practices of sanitation and safety in cooking areas.
  • Skill in proper food handling and preparation; in garnishing pans of food for service; in the operation of food preparation equipment and dishwashers. Ability to read and write; to follow and adjust recipes; to provide guidance to food service personnel; to perform basic arithmetic computations; to prepare food using assigned utensils, appliances and equipment; to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions; ability to lift, transport and stock food service supplies and materials.


Other:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • Formal culinary training.
  • ServSafe Certification and/or Prince Georges County, Maryland Food Service Manager Certification.
  • Experience working in a high volume production kitchen utilizing the brigade system.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
This is an essential position and incumbent must report to work when the campus is closed due to weather or other emergency situations. Must be able to work a variable schedule including weekends, nights, evenings, and holidays. Annual leave will not be granted for specific periods including the weeks preceding and right after the start of each semester, Maryland Day, Family Weekend or special events including but not limited to OM. Must have the manual dexterity to operate equipment with or without accommodation and to lift up to 15 pounds regularly. The University of Maryland is a non-smoking, drug free, weapon free campus.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis and up to 75 pounds occasionally and stand, walk and work on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to work in extreme weather, humidity and temperature conditions including regularly working between 40 degrees and 90 degrees for extended periods and, from 15 below zero degrees to 40 degrees and from 90 degrees to 110 degrees for short periods of time.
Posting Date: 04/12/2024
Closing Date: 04/26/2024
Open Until Filled No
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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