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Cook University of Kentucky Campus

Posted 5 days ago

snelling staffing lexingtonLexington (KY)

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$17.00/hour

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About the role

Cook – University of Kentucky Campus
Location: University of Kentucky – Lexington, KY Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time | Multiple Shifts Available Pay: $17.00/hour Snelling Staffing is hiring Cooks for multiple dining locations throughout the University of Kentucky campus We are currently filling a large number of Cook positions with a wide variety of schedules available. Opportunities include morning, day, afternoon, evening, weekday, and weekend schedules at several different UK campus dining facilities. You do not need to apply for a specific restaurant, dining hall, or shift. Apply once, tell us about your cooking experience and availability, and our recruiting team will work to match you with an available position that fits your schedule.
What You'll Do: Depending on your assigned dining location, responsibilities may include: Preparing and cooking a variety of food items according to established recipes and standards Operating grills, fryers, ovens, stovetops, and other commercial kitchen equipment Preparing ingredients and assisting with food preparation Following recipes, portioning guidelines, and production requirements Ensuring food is prepared safely, consistently, and on time Maintaining appropriate food temperatures and quality standards Stocking and organizing kitchen workstations Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen and food-preparation area Cleaning equipment, utensils, and work surfaces Following food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures Working alongside other cooks and food-service team members during busy meal periods Assisting with opening, closing, and general kitchen duties as needed Multiple UK Campus Locations Cook opportunities are available at several dining facilities throughout the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington Assignments may include large campus dining halls, quick-service restaurants, and other UK food-service operations. Your specific work location and reporting instructions will be provided based on the position you're matched with. Lots of Schedules Available We are filling a wide variety of schedules, including: Early morning shifts Day shifts Afternoon and evening shifts Weekday schedules Weekend schedules Full-time opportunities Part-time and flexible schedules Because we have so many openings, candidates with flexible availability will have the greatest number of opportunities, but we encourage experienced cooks to apply even if you have specific scheduling needs.
What We're Looking For: Previous cooking, restaurant, cafeteria, catering, or commercial kitchen experience preferred Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment Ability to follow recipes and food-preparation instructions Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices Dependable and punctual Able to work effectively as part of a team Comfortable standing and remaining active throughout the shift Able to safely use commercial kitchen equipment Reliable transportation to the University of Kentucky campus Experience as a line cook, prep cook, grill cook, restaurant cook, cafeteria cook, catering cook, or kitchen team member may be a good fit for these opportunities. Why Apply? We are currently filling dozens of Cook openings across the University of Kentucky campus, giving qualified candidates access to a variety of locations and schedules through a single application. Instead of applying to multiple individual restaurants or dining facilities, apply once and let us help match you with the UK Cook opportunity that best fits your experience and availability. We are actively interviewing and filling positions now. Apply today to be considered for current Cook openings throughout the University of Kentucky campus.

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