Cook II

UR University of Richmond

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UR Main Campus Until 8/23/2026 2+ years exp First posted June 24, 2026 Last posted June 24, 2026
Job description

Job Description

SUMMARY:

As primary food production staff working under direction, this position exercises some decision making in the preparation of food in quantity for Dining Services customers and is responsible for maintaining high standards for food quality while practicing proper sanitation, food safety, and cooking procedures.
 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Office environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
  • Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Friendly and service-oriented
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Excellent collaboration and team building skills
  • Intermediate knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
  • Knowledge of food quantity food production principles and safe food handling practices
  • Skilled in high-volume and high-quality food production and presentation
  • Safe food handler certification preferred, or certification obtained within one year of hire required. This is dependent on the assigned unit

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

  • H.S. Diploma or GED required
  • Two years’ experience in high volume production in hotel, restaurant, or college foodservice required

WORK HOURS:

Full Time, Non-exempt

Sunday - Saturday, AM hours (6:00am-3:30pm) rotating weekends

SALARY STRUCTURE:

Pay Grade 2 (Hiring Range $17.75 to $19.50 per hour)

About this role

Summary

Prepare food in high volume, maintain quality, ensure safety, and work in dynamic environment.

Job title

Cook II

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

foodservice

Location requirements

Must be on UR Main Campus, no remote work

Salary

Pay Grade 2 (Hiring Range $17.75 to $19.50 per hour)

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

English communicationfood handlingfood safety certificaionculinary techniques

Preferred skills

safe food handler certification

Specializations

culinary techniquesfood safetyhigh-volume food productionfood handlingpresentation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site