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Cook I - Piazza Dining

University of Northern Iowa Alumni and Foundation
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Lexington, MA 02421, US

Salary

$17.91 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The University of Northern Iowa is seeking a Cook I for its Dining Services, specifically in Piazza Dining, with a full consideration date of February 9, 2026.
  • This position requires a minimum of one year of relevant experience and involves preparing quality foods, cleaning kitchen areas, and directing student employees.
  • The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm, with rotating weekends, and follows an academic year of 9 months with opportunities for additional summer hours.
  • The starting hourly rate for this position is $17.91, and the compensation package includes excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions.
  • Applicants must have good communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

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Full Consideration Date:

2/9/2026

Job Description:

Join the team making it happen! Serving up the #1 college food in Iowa, UNI Dining Services has a Cook I position open in Piazza Dining.

Under direct supervision, prepares quality foods for meals in student dining center for the Department of Housing and Dining; cleans and secures kitchen areas following preparation of meals; directs student and temporary employees in the service of prepared food, the cleaning of the kitchen; and performs other related duties as assigned. We are seeking skilled, organized and hard working team oriented individuals who have the ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment. In addition, applicants must have good communication skills and positive attitudes.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Position Details:

Job Category: Merit

Type of Position: Regular

Service Schedule: 9-months; schedule follows the academic year from August to May with opportunity to work additional hours during the summer.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10:30 am to 7:30 pm with rotating weekends

Shift: First Shift

Pay Grade: 4 (advanced step 4)

Starting Hourly Rate: $17.91

Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator. Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions. To learn more about the vibrant Cedar Valley community, visit https://livethevalley.com/.

If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

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