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University/Agency Illinois State University
Civil Service Classification Cook
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Posting Duration 2/12/2016 - 2/17/2016
Probationary Period 6 months

Job Description

Campus Dining Services (CDS) is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience for students. This position plays an integral role in accomplishing this goal by utilizing a broad range of culinary skills and equipment to prepare fresh and delicious menu items. Our culinary staff frequently participates in display cooking, utilizing woks, salad preparation, grilling, and pizza making to enhance our customers' experience.

CDS is a large, progressive, innovative department functioning under the Division of Student Affairs. CDS provides the campus community and guests with high-quality foods and services in a variety of settings dedicated to accentuating and enhancing the customer experience in a diverse community. Led by experienced culinary professionals, we offer staff the opportunity to work in newly-renovated facilities and are committed to using quality ingredients and processes. It is our philosophy to recruit, inspire, and retain talented team members and promote wellness and foster their development. It is our goal to promote a more fully diverse and inclusive campus community.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and cook meat, vegetables, casseroles, soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts, starches, sauces, and other menu items in accordance with standardized recipes.
- Read recipes and plan schedule of preparation. Follow recipes exactly when preparing products and use batch cooking when necessary.
- Assist in checking food temperatures for foods to go out on the line. Clean and sanitize work area.
- Follow all established safety and sanitation procedures.
- Use and care for all ovens, fryers, grills, slicers, mixers, and other food service equipment and utensils.


Qualifications

1. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

2. A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.


Salary

$15.64 per hour


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University/Agency Illinois State University
Department/College Illinois State University
Contact Jill Smith
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Comments All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, e-mail or mail will not be accepted. Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please prepare in advance at least 3 professional references with phone numbers.

A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.

A Civil Service examination will be required. You will be notified by e-mail if you meet the qualifications for the examination. Please monitor your e-mail for changes to your application status.

You may print a copy of your application or resume and bring it to the examination with you as a reference. In order to receive the maximum eligible points for the civil service exam, you may upload a food service certificate under the optional documents, if applicable. If applicable, DD214 may be sent to Jill Smith by fax to 309-438-0011, or sent to Human Resources, Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300.

Working hours and days off will be subject to bid.

This position is represented by AFSCME Local 1110.

This is a full-time position on an academic calendar. It will be subject to academic break lay-off (such as spring break, summer break).

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/ Veteran.

If you need more information about requesting a reasonable accommodation, call the Office of Equal Opportunity, Ethics, and Access at (309) 438-3383 or visit http://equalopportunity.illinoisstate.edu/ada/. If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.