Montana State University
Cook III (Applicant Pool)
Montana State University, Billings Metropolitan Area, Montana, United States
Position Overview
MSU’s Culinary Services hires motivated team members who are excited to actively participate in the ever changing world of the high‑paced food industry.
Salary:
$27.36 per hour.
Appointment Type:
Classified, hourly.
Union Affiliation:
Teamsters.
Benefits Eligible:
Full benefits for 12 months of the year.
Duties and Responsibilities As directed, the Cook III actively works in display cooking areas and prep stations to prepare, cook, and serve a wide variety of recipes in mass quantities in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Supervises the daily activities, staff, and production in their assigned station(s) within a large‑volume/high‑activity dining hall or retail operation to meet the needs of the customers.
Oversees, provides training, and assigns tasks for a shift of up to 13 full‑time and 30 student & temporary staff.
Ensures staff follows all recipes and meets all standard operating procedures and compliance rules.
Executes the production plan and service schedules/methods of meals, ensuring quality product is served in an appealing manner and that portion control guidelines are adhered to.
Monitors inventory, assists with controlling food and waste costs, keeps records, and orders, receives, and stocks food/product accordingly.
Assigns and performs disposition and storage of foods (hot and cold), supplies, regular cleaning of the assigned area, and maintenance of equipment per the sanitarian’s recommendations.
Ensures compliance with sanitation guidelines and food‑handling and storage FDA codes as directed by MSU’s Registered Sanitarian.
Positively and professionally interacts with customers.
Assists with recipe maintenance, development, and testing.
Trained in other areas of the food service to assist during employee absences or high‑volume serving times and performs other general kitchen duties as needed.
Actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission.
Required Qualifications
Progressively responsible high‑volume cooking experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Progressive experience leading and/or training staff.
Experience providing excellent customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with inventory control.
Special Requirements/Additional Information Full‑time, 10‑month position. Full‑time positions are eligible for full benefits 12 months of the year.
Shifts vary, 7 days per week from 5:30 am–midnight.
May be asked to work days, evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays.
Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.
Possess a 4‑hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.
Must understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from a supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students).
Physical Demands
Stand, walk, move for long periods of time.
Frequently carry & place containers/products weighing up to 50 lb and occasionally up to 100 lb; may also move product up and down stairs.
Bend, kneel, stretch, and perform general moving while stocking products.
Grip handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment; perform repetitive motions related to job duties.
Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Contact and Application Instructions Questions? Contact Search Support at
auxjobs@montana.edu
or 406‑994‑6468. Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a cover letter and/or resume.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Salary:
$27.36 per hour.
Appointment Type:
Classified, hourly.
Union Affiliation:
Teamsters.
Benefits Eligible:
Full benefits for 12 months of the year.
Duties and Responsibilities As directed, the Cook III actively works in display cooking areas and prep stations to prepare, cook, and serve a wide variety of recipes in mass quantities in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Supervises the daily activities, staff, and production in their assigned station(s) within a large‑volume/high‑activity dining hall or retail operation to meet the needs of the customers.
Oversees, provides training, and assigns tasks for a shift of up to 13 full‑time and 30 student & temporary staff.
Ensures staff follows all recipes and meets all standard operating procedures and compliance rules.
Executes the production plan and service schedules/methods of meals, ensuring quality product is served in an appealing manner and that portion control guidelines are adhered to.
Monitors inventory, assists with controlling food and waste costs, keeps records, and orders, receives, and stocks food/product accordingly.
Assigns and performs disposition and storage of foods (hot and cold), supplies, regular cleaning of the assigned area, and maintenance of equipment per the sanitarian’s recommendations.
Ensures compliance with sanitation guidelines and food‑handling and storage FDA codes as directed by MSU’s Registered Sanitarian.
Positively and professionally interacts with customers.
Assists with recipe maintenance, development, and testing.
Trained in other areas of the food service to assist during employee absences or high‑volume serving times and performs other general kitchen duties as needed.
Actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission.
Required Qualifications
Progressively responsible high‑volume cooking experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Progressive experience leading and/or training staff.
Experience providing excellent customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with inventory control.
Special Requirements/Additional Information Full‑time, 10‑month position. Full‑time positions are eligible for full benefits 12 months of the year.
Shifts vary, 7 days per week from 5:30 am–midnight.
May be asked to work days, evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays.
Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.
Possess a 4‑hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.
Must understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from a supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students).
Physical Demands
Stand, walk, move for long periods of time.
Frequently carry & place containers/products weighing up to 50 lb and occasionally up to 100 lb; may also move product up and down stairs.
Bend, kneel, stretch, and perform general moving while stocking products.
Grip handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment; perform repetitive motions related to job duties.
Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Contact and Application Instructions Questions? Contact Search Support at
auxjobs@montana.edu
or 406‑994‑6468. Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a cover letter and/or resume.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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