Cook Assistant

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699
Intradepartmental

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open to the public.
However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.

CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY
EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.

In an
effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer
whether they accept or decline the position.

Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding
the expectations of the position.

We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and
staff.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-employment
physical.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and
supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and
retirement.

Posting Number: 20166930S

Job Description

Under direction
from the lead worker and/or general supervision from food service management, assists in food preparation, helps cooks prepare and cooks
quantities of food, prepares, serves and displays food in operation.

• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required
  guidelines.
• Prepares and cooks food items to standardized recipes using standard kitchen equipment. Cleans and prepares hot, cold,
  special menu foods, sliced meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also prepare meat proteins before cooking.
• Sets up and break downs food
  lines, cleans and breaks down work area: to include scraping, washing pots, pans and dishes, mopping, swiping and emptying trash. Follows
  prep and production sheets using standardized recipes and department guidelines.
• Performs other related
  duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial
  form.
• Work independently or with others.
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and
  community.
• Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools & equipment.
• Ability to lift
  up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and
  divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to apply principles to solve practical
  problems.
• Successful completion of a test may be required.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, hot ovens, sharp utensils,
  prolonged standing.
• An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal
  skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices. *
• Skill in the operation of kitchen
  equipment. *
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures. *

*Developed
after employment

Department
Culinary Services

Pay Rate: AFSCME Pay Range
I01I: $14.43 – $18.30

Job Open Date
09/23/2025

Posting Close Date

09/30/2025

Job Category: Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months
12 month

Planning Unit: Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

Varied/Varied
Every other weekend off
12-month position
Assigned to Culinary
Services

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week
40

Expected duration of assignment
Permanent

Applicants may contact this person if they have
questions about this position.
Joni Fisher 740-593-2970 [email protected]

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing
efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful
workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the
basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or
veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases
under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Pay Grade
AFSCME|01|

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