University of California, Merced
Cook (Limited Pool)
University of California, Merced, Merced, California, United States, 95343
Cook – Food Preparation
Salary Range:
$22.07/hr – $28.00/hr
Closing Date:
6/30/2026
Remote/Hybrid Eligibility:
Remote or hybrid, depending on openings. Temporary employment.
Union Representation:
AFSCME: Service – SX
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook all food dishes to a standard of excellent taste, quality, and appearance.
Follow recipes, menu cycles, and batch cooking guidelines to create entrees, starches, vegetables, gravies, sauces, soups, breads, desserts, and other dishes.
Prepare breakfast menus, lunch menus, and dinner menus, including hamburgers, grill frankfurters, salads, and desserts.
Handle meat, fish, and poultry by roasting, broiling, steaming, baking, stewing, or deep pot frying.
Multi‑task pre‑ and post‑production responsibilities and ensure timely service and presentation standards.
Guide kitchen support staff, including training and leading one or more Assistant Cooks and Food Service Workers.
Prepare menus for catered events or special meals.
Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the campus kitchen.
Perform safety, sanitation, and sustainability practices, including proper use of PPE, cleaning equipment, and waste management.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent certification/training.
Experience:
Three years of experience in food preparation and general kitchen work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Food Handler Certification:
Preferred.
Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; culinary techniques in a high‑volume industrial environment; ability to taste, discern, and adjust recipes; knowledge of diverse cuisines and special dietary requirements; proficiency in HACCP and sanitation guidelines; strong problem‑solving and leadership abilities.
Background Check:
Required.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.
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Salary Range:
$22.07/hr – $28.00/hr
Closing Date:
6/30/2026
Remote/Hybrid Eligibility:
Remote or hybrid, depending on openings. Temporary employment.
Union Representation:
AFSCME: Service – SX
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook all food dishes to a standard of excellent taste, quality, and appearance.
Follow recipes, menu cycles, and batch cooking guidelines to create entrees, starches, vegetables, gravies, sauces, soups, breads, desserts, and other dishes.
Prepare breakfast menus, lunch menus, and dinner menus, including hamburgers, grill frankfurters, salads, and desserts.
Handle meat, fish, and poultry by roasting, broiling, steaming, baking, stewing, or deep pot frying.
Multi‑task pre‑ and post‑production responsibilities and ensure timely service and presentation standards.
Guide kitchen support staff, including training and leading one or more Assistant Cooks and Food Service Workers.
Prepare menus for catered events or special meals.
Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the campus kitchen.
Perform safety, sanitation, and sustainability practices, including proper use of PPE, cleaning equipment, and waste management.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent certification/training.
Experience:
Three years of experience in food preparation and general kitchen work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Food Handler Certification:
Preferred.
Skills and Knowledge:
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills; culinary techniques in a high‑volume industrial environment; ability to taste, discern, and adjust recipes; knowledge of diverse cuisines and special dietary requirements; proficiency in HACCP and sanitation guidelines; strong problem‑solving and leadership abilities.
Background Check:
Required.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy.
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