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Cook I (Full-Time & Part-Time Pool)-August 2024
Bozeman
Aug 26, 2025
About Cook I (Full-Time & Part-Time Pool)

  Position Details

  Position Information

  Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 24213

  For questions regarding this position, please contact:

  Search Support at [email protected] or 406-994-6468.

  Classification Title Culinary Professional I/Cook I - BZ

  Working Title Cook I (Full-Time & Part-Time Pool)

  Brief Position Overview

  MSU’s Culinary Services hires motivated team members who are excited to actively participate in the ever changing world of the high-paced food industry. Flexible employment to meet your needs:

  Hiring 10 and 12 month employees (10 month employees = Summers Off!)

  Hiring full-time and part-time employees

  Position Number Pool

  Department Culinary Services Administration

  Division Auxiliary Services

  Appointment Type Classified

  Contract Term

  Semester

  If other, specify From date

  If other, specify End date

  FLSA Non-Exempt

  Union Affiliation Teamsters

  FTE 1.0

  Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)

  Salary $23.05 per hour

  Contract Type Classified Hourly

  If other, please specify

  Recruitment Type Open

  Position Details

  General Statement

  Culinary Services Division (http://www.montana.edu/culinaryservices/) ( CSD ), a division of Auxiliary Services, provides meals and specialty beverages for over 18,000 customers daily and is an integral part of campus life and the overall college experience. CSD proudly provides Montana State University students with not only a repertoire of various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors, but a comfortable atmosphere to meet friends, study, and simply relax. The division is comprised of 2 residential dining halls, a commissary kitchen, several retail operations including 4 coffee shops, Chick-fil-A, the Union Market and Bobcat Grill, Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and Bobcat Stadium Concessions, Fork in the Road food truck, MSU Catering, Indulge In-House Bakery, and the Farm to Campus Program.

  Duties and Responsibilities

  As directed, the Cook I actively works in the efficient production of fresh meals and beverages for customers.

  Skillfully works in display cooking areas and prep stations to prepare, cook, and serve a wide variety of recipes in mass quantities in accordance with standard operating procedures. Follows recipes.

  Positively and professionally interacts with customers.

  Ensures quality product is being served in an appealing manner while following portion control guidelines.

  Properly follows sanitation guidelines and handles food in accordance with FDA food codes and as directed by MSU’s Registered Sanitarian.

  Regularly assists with the cleaning, disposition and storage of foods (hot and cold), supplies, and equipment in accordance with the sanitarian’s recommendations.

  As directed, assists with leading and training student and temporary employees.

  Assists with testing recipes at various times of year.

  As directed, assists with maintaining inventory, and controlling food and waste costs at their station.

  Actively contributes to the team by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission.

  Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

  Basic food handling or basic professional cooking skills or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

  Experience providing excellent customer service.

  Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

  The Successful Candidate Will

  Exhibit interest in the culinary arts and exercise critically good judgment concerning taste and aesthetics of food quality

  Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with CS staff in a team-oriented environment with the ultimate goal of providing excellent customer service

  Work well individually or on a team

  Exhibit strong communication skills both verbally and in writing

  Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment

  Exhibit excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping skills

  Prioritize and organize workload in order to complete tasks in a timely manner

  Quickly adapt to changing priorities

  Represent the department and the University to others in a professional and courteous manner

  Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

  This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  Full time and part time.

  Full-time positions (40hours per week) are eligible for full benefits 12 months of the year.

  Part-time positions (up to 16hours per week) are not eligible for benefits.

  10 and 12 month positions. 10 month employees have summers off!

  Shifts vary across departments, 7 days per week from 5:30am-Midnight.

  May be asked to work days/evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the school and event schedule demands.

  Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with special events.

  Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.

  Must have the ability to understand and communicate in English with adequate proficiency to follow directions from supervisor, read and understand safety guidelines and directions to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring, and communicate effectively with customers (staff, visitors, students) by listening and speaking clearly to them.

  This is a permanent position with the University. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to: http://www.montana.edu/comeworkwithus/.

  Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

  Physical Demands

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  Normal service areas, kitchen, cooler, freezer, dock environments

  Stationary and/or moving about for long periods of time

  Frequently moving, transporting, and placing containers/product weighing up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs

  Occasionally moving product up and down stairs

  Bending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking products

  Gripping handles on small kitchen utensils and other equipment

  Performing repetitive motions related to job duties

  Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals

  This position has supervisory duties? No

  Posting Detail Information

  Number of Vacancies Multiple

  Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

  Position End Date (if temporary)

  Open Date

  Close Date

  Applications will be:

  Screened on a continual basis for the duration of the pool.

  Special Instructions

  Please either complete the work history section as you build your personal profile or attach a resume.

  Questions? Contact: Search Support at [email protected] or 406-994-6468.

  Diversity Statement

  Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

  In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

  MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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