Cook

About This Role:

At the heart of it all, our dynamic team works together to prepare safe, wholesome food for the residents and guests in the Residence Hall system at Kansas State University. Cooks provide food production support to several different food and service platforms in a “from scratch” production environment. The work schedule is for a full 40 hour week and includes a generous benefit package. The work schedule includes one Saturday or Sunday (one day) and every other weekend. A day off will be scheduled either before or after the weekend day.

Duties include:

• Prepare multi-step, complex entrees and side dishes using standardized menus and recipes.  Assist in the coordination of food production using batch cooking methods to produce quality food.   
• Operate, clean, and maintain equipment and work areas in a safe and sanitary manner.  Comply with all cleaning and sanitation standards. 
• Evaluate HACCP and food safety activities and works closely with others to make sure all equipment and cleaning standards are being met. Store and handle food in a safe and sanitary manner using established procedures. 
• Participate as an effective team worker by cooperating with and assisting co-workers and by participating in daily meetings. 
• Train and oversee the work of student employees in production area. Perform other duties as assigned. Supports a teaching laboratory environment for students enrolled in academic related programs.

Why Join Us:

K-State food has once again landed in the Top 20 nationwide. The Princeton Review's " The Best 390 Colleges " has ranked K-State's campus food at No. 14 in its 2025 issue. It's pretty rare for campus meals to be made from scratch on location, and our students appreciate that!

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, tuition assistance,retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.   To see what benefits are available, please visit:  https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience in commercial/institutional cooking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Considerable knowledge of large scale food preparation, equipment, health sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Prefer versatility, a commitment to quality and the ability to engage with and work harmoniously with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to accurately weigh and measure ingredients, to use and care for equipment and handle food safely while preparing high quality products.
• Experience in an institutional or volume setting.  

 Other Requirements:

• This position is considered essential during a Declaration of Inclement Weather.

• Moderate physical exertion is required to perform the essential functions of the position.  This includes, but is not limited to, lifting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, repetitive movement, transporting items up to 50 lbs.

How to Apply:

Please submit the online application.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until filled.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$16 per hour.  Some work shifts are eligible for an additional $.60 per hour shift differential.