Cook ; Kitchen Production

Position: Cook I (Kitchen Production)
Location: Northern

The University is seeking a Cook I (Kitchen Production) to prepare, season and cook a wide variety of food for various food service units. This position also cooks according to recipes and requires knowledge of basic kitchen equipment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares foodon hot or cold production line, adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
• Prepares fooditems from recipes for restaurant on a daily basis.
• Coordinates food preparation needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Coordinates ordering needs with supervisor and p.m. staff.
• Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making and beverage preparation,following written standardized recipes.
• Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables according to recipe’s specifications.
• Labels, datesand stores fruits and vegetables in proper areas.
• Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare orders.
• Labels anddates products.
• Assists coldfood production when possible.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Weighs, labelsand dates all food items; stores in designated areas.
• Cleans countertops, windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation;ensure all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Greets andserves customers in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible.
• Works harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skillsand Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge offood service operations including large quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge ofjob content, practices, and procedures.
• Skills necessary to fully perform all aspects of the job.
• Skill inoperating various institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift, move, and transport a maximum of 50 pounds.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Preferred Qualifications Rate of Pay

$16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Culinary

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

2

Career Stream and Level

OC1

Job Family

Production and Kitchen Operati

Job Function

Culinary

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates

HR-Auxiliaries

Open Date

8/20/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.

These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact.

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