Cook

Full-time - Entry Level

Torrington, WY

Educational Services

About the position

The Cook position is a full-time, benefitted role that is classified as FLSA non-exempt, requiring 40 hours of work per week. The work schedule includes a flex rotation shift from Monday to Sunday, with weekends being mandatory. The position is located at the main campus in Torrington, WY, and is expected to last between 9 to 12 months, with summer work required. The starting salary for this position is $17.00 per hour, and the start date is immediate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for large groups according to specified menus and for individuals with special dietary needs; monitor food quality.
• Bake, roast, broil, and/or steam meats, fish, vegetables, pastries, breads, cakes, and other food items, adjusting cooking controls to regulate temperature.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Assist in planning and preparing menus, including cooking, decorating, and catering planning.
• Greet Food Service customers in a professional and polite manner at meals and at the cafeteria entrance; perform cashier duties.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and kitchen and dining areas.
• Procure appropriate amounts of food from storage to prepare sufficient quantities.
• Prepare and serve appropriate portions of food onto serving plates or into individual containers; load containers onto food carts for delivery.

Requirements

• High School diploma or HS Equivalency Certificate.
• One year of full or part-time cook or related experience.
• Wyoming certified ServSafe program completion (or willingness to acquire within 6 months of hire).

Nice-to-haves

• Full-time cook experience in an institutional setting.
• Previous work experience in education at the secondary or post-secondary level.