FOOD APPLICATIONS KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Salary:

Minimum $15.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

Job Summary:

The Food Applications Kitchen Assistant will be part of the Center for Dairy Research on the UW-Madison campus, in Babcock Hall, assisting our scientists, researchers, sensory coordinator and food technologist in our Food Applications Kitchen. As part of the CDR communications team, this position will prepare ingredients and samples for tasting, testing, recipe development and events, organize and manage supply inventory, maintain proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures and be the point person for the proper use of the equipment and supplies used in the Food Applications Kitchen.

Responsibilities:

Prepares food and completes related tasks according to quality and safety standards to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve departmental food service goals.

• 20% Performs routine food preparation activities such as portioning, chopping food, and serving food to customers
• 5% Assists and guides student workers
• 10% Prepares a variety of basic dishes such as sandwiches and salads, and assists in the preparation of more complex dishes
• 5% Greets customers, answers questions, and provides basic information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• 20% Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• 20% Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• 10% Assists instructors in preparation for and during training sessions, workshops, demonstrations, and events
• 10% Organizes and manages supply inventory in the Kitchen Lab

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required: Food safety experience/certification, or willingness to learn and be certified
Preferred: Culinary experience

COVID-19 Considerations:

UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Work Schedule:

Employee will be scheduled between 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday. Hours will fluctuate weekly depending on scheduled courses/events. This position is expected to begin at 50% FTE but may increase based upon need.

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable


Additional Information:

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 references.

Contact:

Tina Chorlton
tina.gislason@wisc.edu
608-262-3416
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:

Food Service Assistant(DS006)

Department(s):

A071300-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/DAIRY RES, CTR FOR

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

257738-CP



The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .

Applications Open: May 11 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Jun 22 2022 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time