Cook

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods.
• Trains and guides student workers.
• Greets customers answers questions and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities.
• Cleans inspects and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Adheres to federal state campus and local food safety regulations policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a Cook. This position performs a variety of food preparation activities and related tasks according to quality and safety standards in dining retail and/or catering venues to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve departmental food service goals. This is a full-time benefit-eligible position! The wage begins at $19.00 per hour.

The position will work in a collaborative and educational environment to provide customer service and related activities in campus dining operations following established procedures and best practices to assure high quality dining services. The incumbent will be expected to adapt quickly and effectively to daily changes in business needs including increased & decreased guest count menu substitutions staffing needs customer requests and more.

Required Education

• H.S. Diploma or GED

Required Skills Experience and Certifications/Licensures:

• At least 1-year prior food service experience
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule that includes evenings nights and weekends
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why it is Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville founded in 1866 offers associate baccalaureate and masters degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science technology engineering and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsins largest community which has a rich history rooted in mining particularly lead mining dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems high-quality medical and hospital facilities outstanding recreational opportunities and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois Iowa and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration applications must be received by October 22 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current resume

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women racial minorities persons with disabilities disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination an environment that fosters mutual respect recognizes the dignity and worth of all people and promotes to the fullest equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998 the University of Wisconsin-PlattevilleAnnual Security & Annual Fire Safety Reportis available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at608.342.1584for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.See Wis. Stat. . 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.