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Job Description:Under general direction from lead worker or supervision from food service management, cooks food in large quantities.+ Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines;+ Operates standard kitchen equipment to cook foods; mixes salad; makes desserts and dressings; prepares hot and cold beverages & special menu foods; slices meat & cheese & makes sandwiches, assembles fruit plates & relish trays; cleans & cuts vegetables & meats before cooking and mixing;+ Prepares food items for service using production sheets, standardized recipes and following department guidelines;+ Sets up food lines; portions food on serving lines, sets up trays & carts; packs food for delivery to dining areas & storage; reviews & completes food production records;+ Cleans and sanitizes work area, equipment, & utensils; reports accidents and malfunctioning equipment; may supervise and train student employees;+ Performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:+ Knowledge of methods, materials & equipment used in large volume cooking;+ Ability to understand system of procedures;+ Read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;+ Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages;+ Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;+ Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;+ Work independently or with others;+ Demonstrated willingness to work with diverse populations;+ Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of kitchen tools & equipment;+ Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;+ Lift up to 50 pounds;+ An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.Training & Experience:+ 960 hrs. as Food Service Worker or 3 courses in food preparation, sanitation & storage (or 1 year experience cooking in institutional, school or restaurant setting);+ 1 course in food service equipment (or 1 month experience); or equivalent;+ Successful completion of a test may be required.Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:+ Exposure to extreme temperatures, prolonged standing, hot ovens & sharp utensils.Preferred Qualifications:- Knowledge of safety practices****developed after employment.Planning Unit: Vice President for Student AffairsDepartment: Culinary ServicesApplicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Anne Ward 740-###-####Employment Type: full time temporary (<120 days)Advertised Salary:Pay Range |03|: $15.53 - $21.99Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package such as one meal per work shift, paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, and more. Additional information is available at