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The position is located within the UWM Residence Halls. Under direction of Associate Sous Chefs, this position functions as one of the Cooks for the 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.

The Department of Dining and Retail Services is hiring One LTE (part-time) Food Service Cook. 

These part-time positions have variable schedules and are subject to university breaks. The break period will vary from year to year, but generally runs from the end of December through mid-January (winter break) and the end of May through mid-August (summer break). Dates and times are subject to change based on the needs of the unit. 

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities

• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods

• Trains and guides student workers

• Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

Department: Dining and Retail Services is a self-operated dining venture on campus with an $18 million operating budget. The department has three facilities that provide food services across campus, including Sandburg Hall Café, Cambridge Commons Café, retail offerings in the Student Union including catering unit, Grind coffee locations, convenience stores, and concessions operations. The department includes a dynamic management team and approximately 50 dedicated permanent staff. Our department includes over 300 student employees in all areas of our operations.

Compensation: $16 - $19 per hour

Required Qualifications:

-Experience in various food service concepts (Full service, quick service, etc.)

-At least two years of experience preparing food in a commercial kitchen environment

Highly qualified candidates will also have:
- Basic cooking skills: Sautéing, Broiling, Frying, Roasting, Butchery, Garde Manger, Pantry, Breakfast Cookery, etc.

-Supervisor or Lead worker experience in a food service environment (training, as

signing tasks, and scheduling of subordinate staff)

-Experience cooking food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklist

-Experience working in higher education, hotel, hospital, or institutional facility

-Associate’s Degree or higher in Culinary Arts or related field

-ServSafe Sanitation Certification or equivalent

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must submit:

• A Resume addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications as listed above

Contact Information:

Luke Messmann - HR Coordinator

Messmanl@uwm.edu

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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.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.