COOK

Cook (Full Time)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services

Location:

University of Arkansas, 435 N Garland Ave., Fayetteville, AR 72701.

Application:
Online only.

Schedule:

Full‑time shifts may vary based on location.

Pay: $15.00 to $16.00 per hour.

Requirements:
Previous cook experience required.

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

• Prepares high‑quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food‑handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
• Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attends in‑service and safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
• Use a medium weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
  • Use oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steam tables.
  • Use slip‑resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws (per state, federal, local). For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or remote, see additional information.
• Possible unpaid periods during breaks (winter, summer) due to reduced food service needs.

Applications are accepted ongoing until all openings for this position are filled. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are welcome to reapply.

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The Company reserves the right to modify or change job functions as needed.

Final date to receive applications: ongoing until all openings are filled.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Services