Line Cook - Wagner Dining; PM

Job Description - Line Cook

Line Cook - Wagner Dining (PM) - 252247

Organization
:
Headington Dining

Headington Hall, University of Oklahoma

Full-time

Work Schedule:

Most often Sunday-Thursday, 12:00 p.m.

- 8:30 p.m.

Work Type:
Onsite

Salary Range:
Targeted salary $13.00/hr, based on experience

Benefits Provided:
Yes

Required Attachments:
None

Located on the corner of Lindsey and Jenkins, Headington Hall is a premiere college housing facility. The University of Oklahoma is currently looking for Line Cooks to serve this community and, ultimately, the university, by preparing, producing, and/or serving food items within the dining hall.

Essential Duties:

• Prepares, seasons, cooks, fires and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards.
• Modifies recipes and/or production amounts.
• Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service.
• Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards.
• Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks.
• Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records.
• Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc.
• Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies.
• Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards.
• Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employee Perks: line cooks are given a free meal for each shift worked and uniforms at no cost to the employee.

Required Education/

Experience:

High School Diploma or GED.

• Uses tools, such as knives, splicers, potato peelers, etc., and/or small kitchen equipment with proficiency.
• Skilled in the safe, sanitary, and effective handling of food, cooking utensils, and equipment.
• Performs basic accounting and measurement tasks related to food service operations.
• Reads and interprets routine written materials, menus, instructions and emails.
• Communicates effectively, in English, orally and/or in writing.
• understands Housing and Food Services core values at all times.
• Basic understanding of nutrition and portion control.
• Understands and applies time and attendance guidelines with the ability to clock in/out.
• Able to handle varying workloads and meet deadlines.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Advertised

Physical Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older. Must submit to a background check. Physical and mental perseverance for fast-paced duties. Exposure to greasy/dirtier conditions, slippery floors, walk-in refrigeration, chemicals, and odors. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs. Ability to stand and walk for long periods in a large kitchen with varying temperatures. May climb stairs.
  
  May be required to work during University closings as essential personnel.

Supervision:

• Position receives general supervision from supervisor.

Certifications:

• Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification required upon employment.

Special Instructions: If selected as a final candidate, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. See policy at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University values our community's talents, perspectives, and experiences. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, or veteran status in its policies, practices, or procedures.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check? :
Yes

Special Indications:
Hiring contingent upon police records check

Job Posting:
Oct 9, 2025

Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.