Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
128550
Title:
Prep Cook/Baker
Functional Title:
Prep Cook
Category Status:
22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.00
Unit:
VPSA-DS-SU Food Court
Hiring Range Minimum:
$34,456
Hiring Range Maximum:
$41,347
Benefits Summary
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Under direct supervision, functions as an entry-level Cook. Provides direct assistance to experienced Cooks and performs meal and food planning and preparation as instructed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
Two years in institutional or commercial food service which involved the preparation or serving of food.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of various methods of meal and food preparation; of portion control standards; of related sanitary regulations and practices.
- Ability to interpret menus; to follow recipes and production schedules; to follow dining service policies and procedures; to develop and apply knowledge of food items served, their ingredients and preparation; to operate kitchen equipment and appliances, such as mixers, ovens, steamers, stoves, microwaves and grills; to select and use knives, handtools, utensils and equipment to decorate, weigh, measure, maintain holding temperature, bake, cook, whip, refrigerate, fold, grate, pipe, coat or otherwise produce food in central kitchen or bakery area; to perform mathematical calculations; to keep records of supplies used for customers served; to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions; to lift transport and stock related supplies and materials.
This position requires the ability to work UMD special events, such as football Saturdays, and the ability to work a variable schedule based on operational and catering business.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Back of the House Qdoba experience preferred.
- Ability to use a steamer, grills, and ovens.
- Excellent guest service skills.
- Ability to operate MICROS register and beverage machines.
- Experience with other Quick Service Brands in addition to Qdoba is preferred.
Additional Certifications:
Required:
Must have, or obtain within 90 days of hire, and maintain, ServSafe Certification.
Additional Information:
This position requires an incumbent to complete Qdoba training and follow all Qdoba, UMD, PG County and State policies and procedures.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
This is an essential position and the incumbent must report to work when the campus is closed due to weather or other emergency situations. Must be able to work a variable schedule including weekends, nights, evenings, and holidays. Annual leave will not be granted for specific periods including the weeks preceding and right after the start of each semester, Football Weekends, Maryland Day, Family Weekend or special events including but not limited to OM. Must have the manual dexterity to operate equipment with or without accommodation and to lift up to 15 pounds regularly. The University of Maryland is a non-smoking, drug-free, weapon-free campus.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis and up to 75 pounds occasionally and stand, walk and work on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to work in extreme weather, humidity and temperature conditions including regularly working between 40 degrees and 90 degrees for extended periods and, from 15 below zero degrees to 40 degrees and from 90 degrees to 110 degrees for short periods of time.
Posting Date:
09/20/2023
Closing Date:
10/04/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.