Job Details

Cook 3

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 SHOWTHEY 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 effortto 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.

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

• This position(s) is a 9-month (academic term) position.

• All positions are subject to seasonal layoff during the summer break, spring break, and winter breaks in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Ohio Revised Code, due to the lack of work during those periods between or outside of academic terms, with reasonable assurance to return to work.

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.

Job Title - COOK 3

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

Posting Number - 20167012S

Job Description - Under general supervision from food service management, coordinates all activities, on daily basis, in kitchen & all food service areas on one assigned shift. Serves as lead worker, e.g., provides work direction, mentoring and training to lower level cooks and food service workers in preparation and cooking of foods.

Minimum Qualifications - •Knowledge of food preparation, food specialties, food service sanitation and safety;•Ability to comply with all procedures and specifications to ensure product safety and integrity; methods, materials & equipment in large-volume institutional cooking•Skill in use of food service equipment and ability to operate specialized kitchen equipment;•Ability to understand system of procedures; lift up to 50 lbs.;•Demonstrate manual dexterity;• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;•Ability to work independently or with others;• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community;•Ability to read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;•Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages;•Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;•Knowledge of all applicableOSHAand/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;•18 months experience as a cook in a lead role in food production, or three courses in food preparation (or 24 months relevant experience in institutional, school or restaurant setting); 1 course in food service sanitation and safety (or 1 month experience); 1 course in food service equipment (or 1 month experience); or equivalent;•Successful completion of a test may be required;•Exposure to extreme temperatures, hot ovens, sharp utensils, prolonged standing;•Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications - •Knowledge of employee mentoring, training & development, food purchasing & specifications, record keeping & cost control, inventory control.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Department - Culinary Services

Pay Rate - AFSCME1699 Pay Range: I 06 I: $21.86 – $24.66

Job Open Date - 07/16/2026

Posting Close Date - 07/23/2026

Job Category - Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months - seasonal

Planning Unit - Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule - Varied days/varied timesAssigned to Culinary ServicesEvery other weekend offAcademic term – 9 month (~Aug. – May)

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; fisherj5@ohio.edu; 740-593-2970; Jessie Brammer; jessie.brammer@ohio.edu

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.

Employment Type - full-time regular

Job Family/Subfamily

Career Track & Level

Pay Grade - AFSCME|06|

Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. References

Posting Specific Questions

1. * Please indicate how you learned about this posting.
• www. ohiouniversityjobs.com
• www.higheredjobs.com
• www.ohiomeansjobs.com
• The Athens Messenger
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• Ohio University employee
• OHIO Jobs Line (phone)
• Employment Agency
• Posted Announcement
• Professional association
• Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc)
• OTHER
2. * Are you a current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 employee working in Culinary Services?
• yes
• no
3. * Were you referred by a current Ohio University Employee?
• Yes
• No
4. * If you were referred by a current Ohio University employee, please provide their name and date of referral for this position. (Open Ended Question)
5. * Are you a current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 employee?
• yes
• no
6. * Please select an option that best represents your current status:
• I am a current Ohio University employee and NOT currently serving a probationary period.
• I am a current Ohio University employee, and I am serving in either an initial or a promotional probationary period.
• I am a current Ohio University Student employee.
• I am not an employee of Ohio University.