Cook - $21.75 per HOUR

Salisbury University is a well-established higher education institution located in Salisbury, Maryland, committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment for its community members. The University Dining Services operates various dining facilities on campus, including The Commons, a central dining hall that serves students, faculty, staff, and catering events throughout the academic year. Salisbury University’s Dining Services strives to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, ensuring that everyone on campus enjoys nutritious, appetizing, and freshly prepared meals. As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Salisbury University actively seeks candidates who contribute unique perspectives and enrich the campus environment. The Cook position at Salisbury University is a non-regular fixed term, contingent full-time role based within The Commons Dining Hall’s back-of-house operations. This role is essential in supporting both residential dining services and catering events, requiring flexibility and dedication to meet fluctuating service needs. The Cook reports directly to a Food Service Specialist and while the position holds no budget responsibility, it involves supervising Food Service Assistants and student workers, contributing to smooth kitchen operations and effective food preparation processes. The primary responsibility of this Cook position is to prepare various menu items following standardized recipes to ensure quality and quantity standards are consistently met. The role emphasizes support for catering events; however, when catering demand is low, the Cook is scheduled to cover residential dining services. This diversification allows the Cook to gain broad experience in institutional cooking environments and apply thorough knowledge in food preparation methods, sanitation, and safety protocols. This position offers an hourly wage of $21.75 and is classified as non-exempt, which may allow for overtime as governed by labor laws. Candidates for this Cook role must possess a high school diploma or GED and have at least three years of commercial or institutional cooking experience. The ideal applicant will have a solid understanding of food selection, preservation, portion control, and meal service procedures. Food safety is paramount, requiring either current SERV Safe Food Handler Certification or the ability to obtain it within two weeks of hire. Preference is given to applicants with SERV Safe Manager Certification or an Associate's degree in culinary arts. The Cook must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and withstand work conditions that include exposure to high temperatures, dust, fumes, and varying loud noises. This role demands stamina and the ability to perform repetitive motions, along with maintaining attention to detail in order to deliver dishes that meet dietary and presentation standards. Salisbury University values diversity, rigorous professionalism, and the dedication to culinary excellence. This position offers candidates the opportunity to grow their skills and be a vital part of the University’s commitment to supporting a healthy and vibrant campus dining experience. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly, with priority given to those submitting applications by October 10, 2025, although the position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s official online system will be considered, and professional references will be a critical step in the hiring process.

• High school diploma or GED
• three years of commercial or institutional cooking experience
• SERV Safe Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within two weeks
• physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in adverse temperature conditions
• ability to perform repetitive motions and work in irritating environments
• ability to follow and adjust recipes
• ability to provide guidance to food service personnel