Food Service Worker III (Cook) – The Mark

Campus Dining Services

Job Description

Job Summary: Prepare food
according to instructions and following proper food handling techniques. Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, and secure working area. Set up
service/preparation areas as assigned; clean and replenish the service/preparation area during and after service. Provide high-quality
service to customers; assist in meeting the department’s customer service objectives. Direct, help train, and assist Snack Bar Attendant,
FSW II, FSW I, and student employees in food preparation. Help the department constantly improve and reach its vision (commitment to
excellence and passion for people). Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

12:00 PM – 8:30 PM Monday –
Friday

Minimum Qualifications

A job offer for this position is contingent on passing a physical examination
to determine if the candidate possesses the physical capabilities necessary to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum education
  requirement: completion of eighth grade or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and
  abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Knowledge and demonstration of food
  preparation, including knife skills, and equipment, service and sanitation methods are required. To be considered for positions in Campus
  Dining Services, applicants must pass a culinary skills demonstration as part of the interview process.
• Customer service and
  supervisory experience with a desire to provide high-quality customer service is strongly preferred.
• ServSafe® certification
  desirable upon hire, or is able to be acquired within approximately six months of hire.
• One year of experience in the preparation
  and service of food in an institutional or commercial food service facility.
• Ability to handle and lift heavy kitchen utensils and
  supplies (e.g., 40 pounds)

Preferred Qualifications

ServSafe Certification -preferred or has to be acquired
within approximately six months of hire

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $16.14 – $19.69
hourly

Grade: GGS-D

University Title: Food Service Worker III

Internal applicants can determine their University title
by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Completed applications will be accepted
until position is filled.

Other Information

The internal union bid period for this position ended on
6/22. All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply.

In order to be considered as a Union
Bidder for this position you must:

• complete ALL sections of the application

(including all work experience –
incomplete applications will not be considered)

• complete six months of regular service at the University
• apply within the
  published, five-day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position
will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no
opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials
are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 6/15/26 – 6/22/26

Community
Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages
and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and
travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’
drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and
resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen
festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to
be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total
compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off,
short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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