Culinary Worker II - 2 Vacancies

Culinary Worker II - 2 Vacancies

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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.

Application deadline: 9/6/2023

Starting Salary: $14.50 per hour/ 7.5 hour day

Summary:
Under general supervision from a designated supervisor, perform food preparation and cooking, as well as other assigned duties.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of food for cooking and baking. Display the skills and knowledge necessary to slice, dice , peel, portion, mix and other related food preparation tasks.

• Perform basic cooking- including but not limited to- grilling, broiling, deep frying, assembling sandwiches, pizzas etc.

• Set up and operate cooking appliances and equipment.

• Maintain and replenish needed supplies and equipment in service area.

• Serve food items from the serving area to customers and maintain excellent customer relations.

• Clean and sanitize food service equipment, serving areas, storage areas and related items.

• Assist in the operation of the PCX register.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Six (6) months of work experience in food preparation in a commercial setting.
3. As required by the position to be filled, possession of the Illinois Department of Public Health, Food Handler Training Certification (from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited trainer).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of materials and methods used in the preparation of food.
Knowledge of the use and care of appropriate utensils and equipment.
Cleanliness.

Physical Demands:

• Standing : Frequently

• Walking : Frequently

• Sitting : Occasionally

• Lifting : Occasionally

• Carrying : Occasionally

• Pushing : Occasionally

• Pulling : Occasionally

• Climbing : Rarely

• Balancing : Occasionally

• Stooping : Occasionally

• Kneeling : Occasionally

• Crouching : Occasionally

• Crawling : Rarely

• Reaching : Rarely

• Handling : Frequently

• Grasping : Frequently

• Feeling : Frequently

• Talking : Frequently

• Hearing : Frequently

• Repetitive Motions : Frequently

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Occasionally

• Taste/Smell : Frequently

• Performing Manual Tasks : Occasionally

Working Conditions:

• Extreme cold : Rarely

• Extreme heat : Rarely

• Humid : Rarely

• Wet : Rarely

• Noise : Occasionally

• Hazards : Rarely

• Temperature Change : Rarely

• Atmospheric Conditions : Rarely

• Vibration : Rarely

Union Affiliation: This position classification is represented by University Professionals of Illinois, Local 4100 Service, Clerical or Technical Union.

Employment Policies and other information:

Failure to accurately describe work experience, or failure to submit college transcripts may result in an applicant not being admitted to the exam.

UIS an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

Residence Reference: For full consideration, applicants must be residents of the State of Illinois.

UIS employees are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the most recent COVID-19 vaccination available as a barrier to serious illness.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.