Sr. Cook, Full Time

The University of Miami is a prestigious academic institution known for its commitment to excellence in education, research, and healthcare services. Located in South Florida, it operates the UHealth-University of Miami Health System, the area's only university-based health system. This system integrates cutting-edge patient care with groundbreaking research and medical education provided by the Miller School of Medicine. Serving South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, the University of Miami's medical group encompasses more than 100 specialties and subspecialties, handling over one million patient encounters annually. The university's strong tradition of excellence has earned it international recognition for its teaching, research, and patient care endeavors. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Miami is dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free of discrimination and supports diversity and inclusivity across all demographics protected by federal law.

This full-time Staff position is based at the UHealth Tower and operates within a flexible shift schedule, with hours varying between 3:00 AM and 8:00 PM, including weekends. The role mainly focuses on food preparation and kitchen operations within the health system, playing a crucial part in ensuring meal quality and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will engage in activities such as washing, chopping, and storing ingredients, measuring and mixing menu items while adhering to the facility's standards, and operating various cooking appliances including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers. A key responsibility is testing foods to ensure they are cooked properly and serving the food in precise portions onto designated receptacles. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen is also a vital part of the job, including cleaning cooking areas and equipment, washing and sorting flatware, serving dishes, china, and glasses, and monitoring appliance temperatures.

In addition to these operational duties, the candidate is expected to comply with the policies and procedures set forth by the University and maintain the safety of University assets. This role demands a proactive approach to ensure all kitchen operations meet the required hygienic and quality standards, supporting the overall mission of UHealth to provide exemplary healthcare services through excellent nutrition and food service management. The university offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, tuition remission opportunities, and more, which underscores the institution's commitment to employee well-being and professional growth. This position is ideal for individuals who have at least one year of relevant experience and possess a high school diploma or equivalent, showcasing a strong foundation in food preparation and kitchen safety practices. Working at the University of Miami not only means being part of a world-class academic community but also contributing significantly to patient care and satisfaction through quality food service delivery.