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Cook I (Cork & Craft) (Multiple Positions) (UPDATED)

University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time
United States, Arizona, Tucson
Aug 12, 2025
Cook I (Cork & Craft) (Multiple Positions) (UPDATED)
Posting Number req23157
Department Arizona Student Unions
Department Website Link https://union.arizona.edu/
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights Join the heart of campus life at the University of Arizona Student Unions, where culinary creativity meets community. We're seeking passionate Cooks I to bring their skills to our dynamic team.

Your Role:

As a Cook I, you'll be instrumental in crafting delicious dishes while prioritizing food safety. From gourmet meals to campus favorites, you'll utilize a variety of cooking skills and equipment to deliver exciting and fun dining experiences.

Perks and Benefits:

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and disability programs. Take advantage of paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, as well as UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for you and your family. Embrace our innovative work-life programs and explore the vibrant culture and recreation opportunities at the University of Arizona.

Ready to make an impact in a supportive and team environment?

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Prepares food on hot or cold production line,
    adhering to the recipe's method of preparation.
  • Coordinates food preparation needs and ordering
    needs with supervisor and staff.
  • Prepares food items from recipes for restaurant
    daily. Performs food preparation tasks such as sandwich, salad making
    and beverage preparation, following written standardized recipes.
  • Cleans and processes fruits and vegetables
    according to recipe's specifications. Labels, dates and stores fruits
    and vegetables in proper areas.
  • Assembles necessary ingredients to prepare
    orders. Labels and dates products. Assists cold food production when
    possible.
  • Prevents cross contamination of food products.
    Weighs, labels, and dates all food items, stores in designated areas.
  • Cleans countertops, windows, walls, shelves,
    drain screens and floor mats.
  • Cleans cooking utensils, grills, oven
    hoods, and other equipment used in food preparation; ensure all utensils
    are properly stored.
  • Empties sanitizer and takes out trash.
  • Greets and serves customers in a friendly and
    courteous manner.
  • Additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of food service operations including
    large quantity food preparation.
  • Knowledge of food safety.
  • Knowledge in operating various
    institutional/commercial kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of coworkers, students and community members.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to transport/move a maximum of 50
    pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category University Operations
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $16.50 - $18.75
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 2
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level OC1
Job Family Culinary & Food Services
Job Function University Operations
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 2
Target Hire Date 7/7/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates HR-Client-StudentUns:

HR-Client-StudentUns@arizona.edu

Emily Romero:

emilyr1@arizona.edu
Open Date 6/13/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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