Cook ; Production Kitchen

Cook I (Production Kitchen)

Posting Number: req
25153

Department: Arizona Student Unions

Location: Tucson Campus, Tucson, AZ USA

Join the heart of campus life at the University of Arizona Student Unions, where culinary creativity meets community. We're seeking a passionate Cook I to bring their skills to our dynamic team.

This position requires evening, weekend and holiday work.

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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• Prepares food on the cold production lines.
• Prepares all order items according to the order slip and adhering to recipe's method of preparation.
• Follows correct food storage and safety guidelines.
• Maintains quality and freshness of products at all times.
• Actively solves problems wherever possible.
• Correct storage of food items in designated areas, and use of FIFO method.
• Weighs, labels and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.
• Cleans counter top, plexiglass windows, walls, shelves, drain screens and floor mats.
• Sends all utensils to be washed and when returned - checks to see that all utensils are properly stored.
• Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
• Correct labeling, weighing, dating, and use of all food products.
• Greets and serves customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Provides suggestions and input to supervisor.
• Utilizes hair coverings and gloves at all times while working in kitchen.
• Cooks food in the oven and on the grills as needed.
• Prevents cross contamination of food products.
• Ensures clean work surfaces, Plexi-glass, walls, shelves, sinks and floors.

• Basic knowledge of job content, practices and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to multi-task under stressful situations.

• Lift/transport or move a maximum of 50 lbs.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

(None specified)

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

Grade: 2

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $18.75 hourly

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Manja Blackwood
manjab

Lawrence Sanchez
lsanchez

Open Date: 2/11/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume

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.

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