The University of Georgia Hiring for Banquet Cook at Athens Area Full Time

Posting Number:

S10124P

Working Title:

Banquet Cook

Department:

PSO-Cont Ed-Aux-Food Services

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department:

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-orientated individuals for jobs that advance UGA’s mission of Public Service and Outreach. The Georgia Center, located on campus across from Stegeman Coliseum, is the campus hub for the development and administration of non-credit professional and continuing education courses as well as home of the only on-campus hotel.

College/Unit/Department website:

www.georgiacenter.uga.edu

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

40.0 hour work week, Sunday through Saturday. Need to be flexible to work any day of the week, including nights and weekends if necessary. May be required to work when university is closed.

Advertised Salary:

$15.144-$17.957 (Commensurate with Experience)

Posting Date:

03/21/2023

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

04/09/2023

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

Classification Title:

Service/Maintenance Worker

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of cooking with an emphasis on banquets

Position Summary:

Prepare and present all foods for banquets and Scholarship Athlete Training Table. Work at catered off-site events. Ensure all venues are stocked for the events. Help prep for large groups and follow sanitation health standards. Keep clean all work spaces ready for certified inspection at any time.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge of the materials methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale.
• Considerable knowledge of health hazards in food prep and service and of effective precautionary measures.
• Considerable knowledge of a large variety of food recipes.
• Considerable knowledge of food values, menu planning and uses for left-over food.
• Some knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques.
• Work from written menus and standard recipes.
• Maintain records of output, quantities of ingredients used, and supplies on hand.
• Communicate effectively and follow direction from supervisor.

Physical Demands:

• Work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperatures.
• Prepare and deliver food for catered events and offsite services.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?:

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

No

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• To prepare, execute and present all foods for banquets and Athlete training table.

Percentage of time:

50

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in helping with the prep work for large groups.
• Assist in preparation of food items for banquets as needed, and make sure banquets is stocked and ready for the events.

Percentage of time:

25

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Use safe standards and maintain clean work area at all times.
• Be prepared and ready for certified inspection at any time.

Percentage of time:

20

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in any other food service area as needed.

Percentage of time:

5

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Leta Salazar

Recruitment Contact Email:

[email protected]

Recruitment Contact Phone:

7065423403