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University of Rochester

SEIU Cook Helper

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.13 - $25.95
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
training programs
Paid holidays

Job Description

The University of Rochester is a prestigious institution located in Rochester, New York, known for its deep commitment to the ideal of Meliora, which means Ever Better. This institution embodies the values of equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. These values are not merely words but guide how the University fosters a welcoming and thriving community for all its members. The University continually strives to uphold the highest standards across academic and supportive services, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can succeed and grow. It is dedicated to advancing its mission to learn, discover, heal, and create,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • at least 1 year experience in commercial food service or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • ability to lift items weighing approximately 40-50 pounds
  • ability to read and write English
  • ability to follow oral and written instructions

Job Qualifications

  • knowledge of the methods of food preparation
  • ability to read and write English
  • ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • at least 1 year experience in commercial food service or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • ability to lift items weighing approximately 40-50 pounds

Job Duties

  • assists in gathering food supplies and equipment for cooks and assists them in the preparation of food
  • performs grill and broiler activities independently
  • tends foods that are cooking and tests them for progress of cooking
  • may adjust cooking time and temperature and add seasonings and ingredients as directed
  • prepares beverages and like items
  • peels, washes, trims and cuts vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese and other foods
  • measures and mixes ingredients according to computer-generated recipes
  • prepares servings of food items
  • makes up patients' trays and serves food onto a food truck or containers
  • observes precautions against deterioration and degradation of prepared foods, foods awaiting preparation and leftovers awaiting proper storage
  • removes food from carts when returned
  • wraps, stores, processes or discards as directed
  • cleans utensils, equipment and work area
  • stores food in prescribed manner
  • obtains and arranges food, supplies, and utensils and prepares oven, fryers and grills
  • may obtain food trucks, containers and trays

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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