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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
Paid holidays
Tuition Assistance

Job Description

The University of Rochester is a prestigious private research university located in Rochester, New York. It is renowned for its high academic standards, commitment to inclusivity, and dedication to the principle of Meliora, meaning 'ever better.' The university fosters an environment based on equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. These values shape a welcoming and thriving community for students, faculty, and staff alike. The University of Rochester continuously strives to uphold one of the highest standards in education and community engagement nationally and internationally, offering a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The institution's strong focus on research,... Show More

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
  • 1 year experience in commercial food service or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to lift items weighing approximately 40-50 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of methods of food preparation
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Minimum 1 year experience in commercial food service
  • Ability to lift items weighing approximately 40-50 pounds

Job Duties

  • Assists in gathering food supplies and equipment for cooks and assists in food preparation
  • Performs grill and broiler activities independently
  • Tends foods that are cooking and tests them for progress
  • Adjusts cooking time and temperature and adds seasonings and ingredients as directed
  • Prepares beverages and special diet or short-order foods
  • Peels, washes, trims, and cuts vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese and other foods
  • Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes
  • Prepares servings of food items and makes up patients' trays
  • Serves food onto food truck or containers
  • Observes precautions against deterioration and degradation of foods
  • Removes food from carts when returned and processes or discards as directed
  • Cleans utensils, equipment and work area
  • Stores food in prescribed manner
  • Obtains and arranges food, supplies, and utensils
  • 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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