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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 $18.39 - $24.95
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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
Paid holidays
Tuition Assistance

Job Description

The University of Rochester, located in Rochester, New York, is a prestigious private research university known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As an institution, it embraces the guiding principle of Meliora, which means 'Ever Better,' reflecting a strong dedication to continuous improvement and striving for the highest standards in all aspects of academic and community life. The University fosters a culture built on values such as equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. It is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where all members of its community can thrive and achieve their full potential.

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Job Requirements

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

Job Qualifications

  • knowledge of the methods of food preparation
  • ability to read and write English
  • ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • one 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
  • may perform grill and broiler activities independently
  • tends foods that are cooking and tests them for progress of cooking
  • 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 and follows all other instructions to maintain prescribed standards of sanitation and safety
  • obtains and arranges food, supplies, and utensils and prepares oven, fryers and grills
  • may obtain food trucks, containers and trays

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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