Culinary Worker II

University Housing

Job Summary
The Culinary Worker II performs duties associated with the preparation and serving of food product(s) for University Housing, Dining Services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• All University Housing staff will engage and contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within University Housing.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of food items, including such tasks as cleaning, dicing, slicing and peeling food items, and weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.
• Performs simple cooking, grilling, and food preparation, such as boiling eggs, making jello, making toast, and making coffee; cooking items for cold salad preparation; assisting in mixing, kneading, panning, and baking bread/desserts.
• Prepares and assists in serving of food as required. Portions, serves and wraps the food, or places it directly on plates for service to patrons, such as cutting pies or sandwiches and making beverages.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, counters, tables, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware
• Maintains quality, appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and product levels of serving line during service
• May oversee and train student employees and/or assigned personnel as required
• Provides courteous service to guests and promotes good customer relations.
• Wraps and labels products for storage and plans for the re-utilization of leftover foods.
• Serves foods as required
• Responsible for filling out production worksheets to track food production, product utilization, shortages, including overproduction and/or spoilage/waste
• Reports equipment failures to the designated supervisor, maintains equipment and supplies needed in service area. Supervisors will engage and implement University Housing’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Physical Demands

• Standing : Constantly

• Walking : Constantly

• Stairs : Occasionally

• Sitting : Occasionally

• Lifting/Carrying : Frequently

• Pushing/Pulling : Frequently

• Climbing : Rarely

• Balancing : Constantly

• Bending/Stooping : Frequently

• Kneeling : Occasionally

• Squatting/Crouching : Occasionally

• Crawling : Rarely

• Reaching : Frequently

• Grip/Dexterity : Constantly

• Twisting : Constantly

• Talking : Constantly

• Hearing : Constantly

• Repetitive Motions : Frequently

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Constantly

• Visual Acuity : Constantly

• Physical Exertion : Rarely

• Physical Restraining : Rarely

Additional Physical Demands
Physical Requirement: The ability to work in a kitchen area which is heated by ovens and stoves. Position involves frequent bending, lifting, remaining in a stationary position and moving throughout the assigned work area as well as moving and operating kitchen equipment.
Work Environment: The work is performed in an Industrial Kitchen where there is some discomfort in low temperature areas (-10 degrees F) and/or high temperature areas (90 degrees F). There is risk involved when working with dangerous machinery and wet floors. Industry standards related to cleanliness will be maintained at all times. Frequent walking standing and lifting within the unit required.

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold : Rarely

• Extreme heat : Occasionally

• Humidity : Occasionally

• Wet : Occasionally

• Noise : Frequently

• Hazards : Occasionally

• Fumes/Particles/Allergens : Rarely

• Toxic, Caustic Chemicals : Rarely

• Temperature Changes : Occasionally

• Inclement Weather : Occasionally

• Heights : Rarely

• Work Outdoors : Occasionally

• Tight Spaces : Occasionally

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : Occasionally
  

Minimum Qualifications
Six (6) months of experience in food preparation in a commercial setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1.The ability to work in an environment with diverse staff and students

• 2.Food Handlers Certification (FHC) accredited by the American National Standards Institute Based may be required upon hire or a newly selected employee may be required to complete this training (or equivalent) during an initial training period.

• 3.Knowledge of food terms, materials, equipment and methods used to prepare food.

• 4.Knowledge of materials and methods used to prepare food on a large scale, use and care of relevant utensils and equipment and food values and nutrition.

• 5.Service Orientation - A strong service orientation, actively looking for ways to help people.

• 6.Cleanliness - Knowledge of sanitary procedures and directives; how to use simple cleaning solutions and equipment.

• 7.Standard mathematics such as addition, subtraction, calculation of fractions, percentages.

• 8.Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• 9.Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• 10.Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3867 - Culinary Worker II position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 10/6/2022. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on 10/13/2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Deanna Carr (drcarr@illinois.edu). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1012435
Job Category: Service Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu