Cook 2 - Archive

o University of Oregon Housing invites applications for a full-time Cook 2. This posting is revised to be open to any qualified applicant.
o This is a classified position represented by SEIU local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
o University of Oregon positions that are at least half-time are eligible for excellent benefits, including health and dental, employer-paid retirement, and tuition benefits for employee or an eligible dependent, sick and vacation leave.
o Due to budgetary shortfalls, the person appointed to this position may be required to take unpaid furlough days between September 1, 2009 and June 30, 2011.
o This recruitment is open to any applicant who meets the qualifications listed below.

TO QUALIFY YOU MUST HAVE:

... two years of cooking experience in an commercial food service facility; OR
... an associate's degree or certification in Culinary Arts program or a directly-related field.

Position also requires Lane County Food Handler's Card (or be able to obtain upon hire); strong customer relations skills and ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures; ability to read menus and worksheets in English and fill in usage reports; ability to interact with co-workers in a professional, supportive, and team-oriented manner; ability to take and understand Hazard Communication Training supplied by UO. Preference given to candidates with lead work experience supervising the preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner in a high volume kitchen, exhibition cooking experience and experience developing menus and recipes. Final candidate subject to criminal background check.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position performs a wide range of culinary and lead work. Duties include:
... directing meal preparation, production, service and clean up; creating daily prep lists; determining food placement and presentation for serving lines; cooking, including grilling, roasting, baking, frying, steaming; overseeing pizza production; completing worksheets at end of shift by recording food usage, menu comments and suggestions.
... assigning and reviewing work of cooks; training staff to prepare quality, tasteful, and eye appealing foods.
... controlling food costs through effective purchasing, production, and waste management; controlling labor costs through effective analysis of staffing needs and scheduling recommendations; assisting manager with purchasing; checking in products and supplies.
... maintaining high food safety and sanitation practices; cleaning and sanitizing work areas.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

To assist us in making the selection for this position, please respond to the following questions on a separate sheet(s) of paper. Number your responses to correspond to the questions and describe experience and training related to each item. Make sure experience and training described in your responses are included on your application.

1. Describe types of menu items that you have prepared, the number of meals produced in a shift, and cooking methods used.

2. Describe your experience giving direction, instruction, and training to cooks.

3. This position assures that the UO Housing Food Services maintains a high level of food safety and sanitation practices, including a HACCP system. Describe work experience that demonstrates your ability to fulfill this responsibility.

4. Describe your experience providing service to customers in a food service setting. Give examples that demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires lifting (up to 50 pounds) and exertion for short periods; ability to work in sustained rush periods during peak meal service hours; ability to stand for long periods on hard surfaces that may be slippery when wet; ability to work over heated food service areas several hours per day; ability to stoop, twist, bend, reach, and grasp with high frequency.

APPLICATIONS:

Submit all application materials, including Human Resources Job Application form, supplemental questions and other relevant materials to:

Human Resources
463 Oregon Hall
5210 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-5210
Fax: (541) 346-2548

Note: During non-business hours, you may also submit your application materials at the yellow drop box located near the west entrance to Oregon Hall.

Human Resources Job Application must be filled out completely and turned in by the closing date or they will not be accepted. Make sure to keep a copy of your application packet for job interviews.

This announcement is available in alternate formats upon request. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability and need accommodation with the application process, please contact us for assistance.