Cook Assistant
Company:
Ohio University
Job Location:
Athens, Ohio
Category:
Food Services
Type:
Full-Time
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.
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: 20166993S
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.
Department
Culinary Services
Pay Rate: AFSCME Pay Range I 01 I $14.43 - $18.30
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
07/02/2026
Posting Close Date
7/16/2026
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, fisherj5@ohio.edu, 740-593-2970
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|
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!
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.
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: 20166993S
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.
- Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
- Work independently or with others.
- Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
- 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.
- An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of safety practices. *
- Skill in the operation of kitchen equipment. *
- Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures. *
Department
Culinary Services
Pay Rate: AFSCME Pay Range I 01 I $14.43 - $18.30
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
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https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation/total-compensation-estimator
Our Total Compensation Estimator shows your offer package in dollars: salary plus university paid benefits including health coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition benefits, and more.
See details on what we offer in one place and compare different options for retirement and insurance.
Estimates are informational only; exact coverage is determined by eligibility policies and official plan documents.
Job Open Date07/02/2026
Posting Close Date
7/16/2026
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, fisherj5@ohio.edu, 740-593-2970
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|
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!
