Prep Cook I - Dining Center, Residential Campus Dining

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JOB TITLE:   

Prep Cook I - Residential Dining Center  

JOB PURPOSE: 

Support the cooking staff by prepping food items for recipes that are made and served for the student board meal plan.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare food items by cleaning and using proper prep techniques of bulk products for use in all recipes.
• Follow and make recipes to prep food items.
• Use sanitation and safety procedures properly and efficiently in all areas of the prep kitchen.
• Daily cleaning of the prep kitchen area, equipment, and utensils.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in training and other professional development activity.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.

 COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to Learn 
• Adaptability 
• Attention to Detail 
• Consistency 
• Safety Awareness 
• Teamwork 
• Work Standard 
• Work Tempo

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Experience: No prior experience required; training provided

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Ability to multi-task 
• Ability to lift and/or manipulate objects weighing up to 30 pounds regularly with or without reasonable accommodation.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application. 

WORK LOCATION: On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377