Cook I Dining Center

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JOB TITLE :

Cook I - Dining Center

JOB PURPOSE :

Perform entry-level general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under direct supervision ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyomings Employee Handbook . Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Gather mis-en-place for recipes as directed.

Perform cooking tasks as assigned under supervision following established standards.

Clean and sanitize the workstation regularly.

Notify supervisors of food and supply needs.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS :

COMPETENCIES :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience : No prior experience required; training provided

Required licensure certification registration or other requirements : None

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Standard kitchen and food service environment with regular exposure to heat from ovens grills and stoves as well as cold from storage facilities. Maintain the same position for extended periods such as while cutting vegetables or working behind stations. Exposure to various hazards associated with food service and preparation as be required to lift objects up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES :

Cook I : Perform entry-level general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under direct supervision ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen.

Cook II : Perform general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under general supervision ensuring the smooth operation of the train and mentor lower-level cooks.

Cook III : Independently perform general and routine cooking and kitchen tasks under limited supervision ensuring the smooth operation of the mentor and supervise lower-level cooks.

REQUIRED MATERIALS :

Complete the online application.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 12 / 4 / 2025 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION :

On-campus : This position provides vital support to campus customers and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS :

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or emailjobapps@.

ABOUT LARAMIE :

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie a charming town of 30000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university helping to make it a leader in academics research and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorados Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramies beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region please visit

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Kitchen Experience,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Cake Decorating,Cooking,Baking,Sanitation,Knife Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1