Part Time KU Campus Dining Cook

Position Summary

The Part Time Cook prepares meals according to daily production sheets and established recipes while maintaining food quality, consistency, and presentation. This position follows food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP and ServSafe practices, and supports daily kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

What You'll Do

• Review daily production sheets and prepare menu items according to established recipes and production requirements.
• Prepare, cook, and present food while maintaining consistent quality, flavor, texture, and appearance.
• Sample prepared foods to ensure quality and consistency.
• Handle, label, store, and rotate food products in accordance with food safety standards and HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, including workstations, walls, floors, equipment, and refrigeration units.
• Clean and properly maintain kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
• Perform food preparation and production tasks in both hot and cold kitchen areas.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and kitchen staff to support daily operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What’s Required to Be Considered

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal hygiene, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet the needs of a fast-paced food service operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience, preferably in a college, institutional, or high-volume food service setting.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and proper knife handling techniques.
• Familiarity with food preparation methods, common ingredients, product storage, and inventory rotation.
• Basic knowledge of food service sanitation and food safety practices.
• ServSafe certification.