Cook

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14033P

Working Title:

Cook I

Department:
Auxiliary Oglethorpe

College/Unit/Department Website: dining.uga.edu

Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:
This position offers a 40 hour work week. Hours and schedule may vary and include evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary: $17.52 / hr

Posting Date: 02/18/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 03/17/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For application status updates/inquiries, call .

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Skilled cooking work in the preparation of foods for a Dining Commons. Work involves the general preparation and cooking of a variety of foods, or the specialized preparations of meats and vegetables. Work involves responsibility of neatness and cleanliness in preparing food, and for adherence to prescribed schedules. Works under the supervision of a Cook II or Chef.

• Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment used in food preparation on a large scale.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food preparation.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math skills.
• Successful completion of a department sponsored food safety training program within 6 months of hire.

Move loads up to 50 lbs, unloading and stocking products; perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs; perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel; and work in noisy, hot/cold environments with cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors. Employee will work long hours standing.

• Prepares a wide variety of meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables for lunch and dinner. Prepares dishes including eggs, bacon, hot cereal, stews, soufflés, and similar courses. (40% of time)
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, baking ovens, and stoves. (20% of time)
• Supervises and participates in the work of cleaning kitchens, refrigerators, and storerooms. Instructs and leads workers assisting in the preparation of food. Complete computerized production sheets in a neat and timely manner. Performs related work as assigned by management.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Gregg Hudson

Recruitment Contact Email: gregg3g