Cook ; Late Night

Cook I (Late Night)

This position is located in the new Dining Commons and is not anticipated to start until mid‑May at earliest.

Posting Number: S14843P

Working Title:

Cook I (Late Night)
Department:
Auxiliary West Campus Dining
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible, Full/Part time:
Full Time,

Work Schedule:

40 hours per week within a 4‑day schedule, Shift hours: 4:30 PM to 3:30 AM, Includes weekends.

Advertised Salary: $17.52/hr
Posting Date: 03/10/2026
Open until filled:
Yes
Closing Date:
Proposing Starting Date: 05/26/2026

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, 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).

High school diploma or equivalent.

Skilled cooking work in the preparation of food for a Dining Commons. Work involves the general preparation and cooking of a variety of foods, or the specialized preparation 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 2 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. 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 chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors. Employee will work long hours standing.

• Prepares a wide variety of meats, fowl, fish & vegetables for lunch and dinner.
• Prepares breakfast dishes including eggs, bacon, hot cereal, prepares stews, soufflé’s, and similar courses.
• Operates standard cooking equipment such as mixing machines, steam cookers, toasters, food choppers, refrigerators, baking ovens, and stoves.
• 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.

Name: Antares Higgins
Email: Antares.

Higgins
Phone: (Phone number not provided)

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter