Cook 2 (Temporary, Part Time)

Job Description

We have an outstanding opportunity for a COOK 2 to join our team. Work in the FHL Dining Hall is seasonal -- more hours in spring summer and fall few to no hours in winter.

About this Opportunity

Located on San Juan Island 100 miles north of Seattle Friday Harbor Labs (FHL) is a marine research and education station. We serve students scientists artists and guests who visit to study learn teach conduct scientific research and hold conferences.

Under the general direction of the Dining Hall Manager this role will lead dining hall staff and perform skilled cooking assign instruct and check others work. Function as lead cook in a food service setting.

The salary information provided below is for a full time position and will be prorated for this part time opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items from scratch ingredients and adjust recipes to volume of demand

• Prepare food for special diets;

• Review prepared menu items to ensure proper cooking ensure successful and timely execution of the menu;

• Assist in review of menus and recipes with the Dining Hall Manager;

• Assist with inventory and maintenance of supplies and goods for assigned meals;

• Ensure proper storage and labeling of leftover ingredients and products assist in their utilization to reduce waste and cost rotate stock;

• Operate cooking and kitchen equipment;

• Identify equipment malfunctions and safety issues to the Dining Hall Manager;

• Oversee and participate in cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen area wash utensils and equipment;

• Check and store food and kitchen supplies;

• Direct food service workers provide instruction assign and check work delegate tasks as needed;

• Perform all duties and responsibilities to Washington State health and food service code standards;

• Keep and maintain simple records;

• Frequently lift items boxes products from floor to low shelving or counters. Also need to place items on low shelving to prepare or cook food; and

• Perform other work as required.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of or eligible to obtain a Washington State Food Worker card within two weeks of employment AND one year of experience preparing and serving food and maintaining clean work area.

• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to lift/move and carry 20 lbs.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

Pay Range Maximum:

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

Temporary or Regular

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

Union/Bargaining Unit:

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.