Cook

Cook

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 01271700, 01454346, 2327670, 2327671

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)


Job Summary
The positions are located within the UWM Residence Halls. Under direction of Associate Sous Chefs, these position function as one of the Chefs for Sandburg Cafe or Cambridge Cafe. The incumbent will be responsible for the timely preparation of hot and cold food for sales throughout various dining locations and catered events for Retail Services. They will personally prepare and lead/train other employees in the preparation of hot and cold food according to established recipes. Incumbent will meet production schedules while following safe food handling practices. They will also recommend and prepare special items for catered events and tastings and recommend changes in menus and recipes as necessary. These positions will be assigned schedules as necessary to cover the needs of the department and schedules may vary from week to week depending on the events scheduled.

The Department of Retail Services is hiring to fill four Cook positions. Two will be full time, full year and two will be full time, seasonal positions. The break for seasonal employees will vary from year to year but generally runs from the end of December through mid January and the end of May through mid August. Dates and times are subject to change based on needs.

Nights and weekends availability is needed if there are special events and based on operational need. Position also requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time.



Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year of experience preparing food in a commercial kitchen environment

Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also have:

• Demonstrated experience preparing hot and cold food in large quantities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience as a supervisor or lead worker in a food service environment (training, assigning tasks, scheduling, etc. of subordinate staff)
• Demonstrated experience preparing various cuisines (ethnic, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience working in a higher education setting. Further experience working in a food or similar areas within a higher education setting is strongly preferred
• Associate’s Degree or higher in Culinary Arts, or related field
• ServSafe Sanitation Certification or equivalent

Application Instructions
When referencing employment history in your resume, please address your experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above. At this time a resume is the only required document. A cover letter and reference list is optional at this time.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/36788




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