Cook I/II (Newbern, AL) - Military Veterans
at Auburn University
Position Information
Requisition Number
S3659P
Home Org Name
Rural Studio-Main
Division Name
College Arch Desgn and Construction
Position Title
Cook I/II (Newbern, AL)
Job Class Code
CA02A/B
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The Rural Studio Cook is responsible for leading the culinary operations, ensuring the provision of nutritious, diverse, and appealing meals for our students, staff, and guests. Prepared meals are expected to integrate Rural Studio Farm produce to the greatest extent possible, with meals featuring those Rural Studio Farm ingredients as a standard matter of practice.
This role involves meal planning, inventory management, kitchen budget oversight, and occasional staff supervision. You will work closely with program administrators to align meal offerings with the academic schedule and seasonal availability, maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen cleanliness. This position offers the opportunity to work in a unique rural setting and enhance the overall dining experience of our university community.
Auburn University is more than just an institution; it's a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it's reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.
Life-Changing Impact: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Whether it's groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, administrative operations or community outreach, every effort contributes to positive change. We're not just clocking in; we're making a lasting difference in the lives of others.
How We Support You: Auburn cares for its greatest assets-its employees. Generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment make it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to retirement plans, we've got you covered. Learn more about how we support employees by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn
Come and Stay: The median length of employment for an Auburn employee is 10 years. That's because Auburn invests in its people. We're not a revolving door; we're a family. The Auburn Family. We grow together, learn together, and build lasting relationships.
Essential Functions
- Performs kitchen setup for food preparation and leads in the cooking of all meals at Rural Studio.
- Places food and supply orders with vendors and monitors invoices and inventories for all food and supplies.
- Plans weekly menus for lunch, and dinner as well as for special events or meals outside of the typically scheduled meals.
- Ensures compliance with local and federal guidelines for food safety preparation and storage of food items.
- Monitors sanitation practices to ensure that the Rural Studio Kitchen follows standards and regulations.
- Leads, supervises, coaches, and monitors the work of assistants when appropriate.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Level I:
Requires no experience
Typical salaries will fall around $15/hr
Full salary range is $15/hr-$16.43/hr
Level II:
2 years of experience in food service
Typical salaries will fall between $15/hr to $16.29/hr
Full salary range is $15/hr-$17.83/hr
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
None Required.
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
- Proven experience as a cook or chef, preferring a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
- Familiarity with nutrition and dietary restrictions.
- Excellent task management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, changing environment.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- A passion for food and a creative approach to meal planning.
- Certification in culinary arts, food services management, or similar field preferred.
- Current food handler's certificate (e.g. "Servsafe") and knowledge of food safety regulations preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$31,200 - $37,100
Job Category
Other
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
7:45am-4:45pm (hours may vary)
City position is located in:
Newbern
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
05/28/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/45812
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- AcademicKeys
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- DiversityJobs
- HigherEdJobs
- HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- Indeed
- RecruitMilitary
- The Tuskegee News
- Professional organization or journal
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- State Employment Service
- Social Media
- AU Job Bulletin
- Notified by an Auburn employee
- College or university Career Services
- I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
- Other
- Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
- Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
- Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
- Not an Auburn or AUM employee
Auburn, AL
Welcome to Auburn University!
Auburn University was established in 1856 as the East Alabama Male College, 20 years after the city of Auburn's founding. In 1872, under the Morrill Act, the school became the first land-grant college in the South and was renamed the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Alabama. In 1899 the name again was changed, to the Alabama Polytechnic Institute. Finally, in 1960 the name of the school was changed to Auburn University, a title more in keeping with its location, and expressing the varied academic programs and larger curriculum of a major university.
Today, Auburn is one of the few universities to carry the torch as a land, sea and space grant university. Our fall 2014 semester enrollment was 25,912. Our students can choose from more than 140 degree options in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.
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