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.

We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty
and staff.

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

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: 20166963S

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.
• Demonstrated willingness to work with others.
• 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.
• Willingness to foster a
  welcoming and respectful workforce and community
• 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 I01I: $14.43 – $18.30

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Employees)

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Job Open Date
02/24/2026

Posting Close Date

03/03/2026

Job Category:
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months
12 month

Planning
Unit: Vice President for Student Affairs

Work Schedule

Varied/Varied
Every other
weekend off
12-month position
Assigned to Culinary Services

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 740-593-2970 fisherj5@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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