Cook Assistant

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699
Intradepartmental

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open to the public;
however, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.

CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY
EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.

In an
effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer
whether they accept or decline the position.

Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding
the expectations of the position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a
background check and pre-employment physical.

This position(s) is a 9-month (academic term)
position.

All positions are subject to seasonal layoff during the summer break, spring break, and winter breaks in
accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Ohio Revised Code, due to lack of work during those periods between or outside
of academic terms, with reasonable assurance to return to work.

This position is eligible for the following
benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for
you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20167008S

Job Description

Under direction from the lead worker and/or general supervision from food service
management, assists in food preparation, helps cooks prepare and cooks quantities of food, prepares, serves and displays food in
operation.

• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required guidelines.
• Prepares and cooks food items to
  standardized recipes using standard kitchen equipment. Cleans and prepares hot, cold, special menu foods, sliced meats, cheeses and
  vegetables. Also prepare meat proteins before cooking.
• Sets up and break downs food lines, cleans and breaks down work area: to
  include scraping, washing pots, pans and dishes, mopping, swiping and emptying trash. Follows prep and production sheets using standardized
  recipes and department guidelines.
• Performs other related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability
  to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
• Work independently or with others.
• Willingness to foster a
  welcoming and respectful workforce and community
• Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools
  & equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to apply
  principles to solve practical problems.
• Successful completion of a test may be required.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures,
  hot ovens, sharp utensils, prolonged standing.
• An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal
  skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices. *
• Skill in the operation of
  kitchen equipment. *
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures.
  *

*Developed after employment

Department
Culinary Services

Pay
Rate: AFSCME Pay Range I 01 I $14.43 – $18.30

Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible
Employees)

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https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation/total-compensation-estimator

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dollars: salary plus university paid benefits including health coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition benefits, and
more.

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Estimates are
informational only; exact coverage is determined by eligibility policies and official plan documents.

Job Open Date
07/16/2026

Posting Close Date

7/23/26

Job Category: Classified
AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months
seasonal

Planning Unit: Vice
President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

Varied times/Varied days
Every other weekend
off
Assigned to Culinary Services
Academic term – 9 month (~Aug. – May)

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week
40

Expected duration of assignment
Permanent

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joni Fisher, fisherj5@ohio.edu, 740-593-2970; Jessie Brammer, jessie.brammer@ohio.edu

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning
experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are
encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity,
gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal
opportunity employer.

Pay Grade
AFSCME|01|

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