Senior Cook

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Senior Cook

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Full-Time, 40 hrs., Academic Year

A generous benefits package including a tuition waiver for CCRI, RIC, and URI for the successful candidate, spouse, and dependents (if applicable) based on current education. paid time off, paid state holidays, and a mandatory retirement plan are also available in addition to many other types of benefits.

To learn more about the benefits package, please visit:
https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/

URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts.

All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the search process may be subject to applicable bargaining unit procedures.

The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background report paid for by the University.

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number	CS02270
Job Title	Senior Cook
Position Number	109
FTE
FLSA
Pay Rate	Grade 315
Salary Range	$48,771 - $53,059
Pay Grade Level	Grade 315
Position Type	Classified Civil Service Staff
Union	C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)
Status	Full-time, Permanent, Academic Year
Restriction or Limitation Reason
End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department	Dining Central Operations
Contact(s)	Sean Nelson Specialist, Talent Acquisition Office of Human Resources 80 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email	[email protected]
Physical Demands	At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.
Campus Location	Kingston
Building(s)	Hope Commons – all areas
Grant Funded
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Extension Contingency Notes
Duties and Responsibilities	ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: On an assigned shift, to be responsible for planning, supervising, preparing and cooking of all food and the preparation of beverages in a kitchen providing meals daily to at least 100 but less than 500 persons To assist a cook of higher rank in the manufacturing, assembling and packaging of food and to instruct and direct subordinate personnel in the Central Food Processing Plant To participate in the preparation and cooking of food. To estimate food needs in advance and to requisition kinds and amount of food necessary to comply with menu requirements. To supervise the receipt, storage, care and distribution of food supplies. To be responsible for the preparation of meals, adhering to approved standardized recipes and a predetermined time schedule. To instruct and train subordinates in the proper preparation and cooking of foods. To inspect kitchens, cafeterias, refrigerators, storage rooms and kitchen equipment for cleanliness and freedom from pests and rodents. To consult with and work with a superior in the development and maintenance of an adequate dietary program. To act as a supervisory assistant to a cook of superior rank in a large kitchen and to prepare and cook foods as directed. To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications	KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of food and beverage preparation; a working Knowledge of kitchen management; skill in the various branches of cookery Iinvolving the preparation of meats, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, beverages And desserts in large quantities; the ability to plan, lay out and supervise the work of others engaged in preparing and cooking food for serving daily at least 100 but less than 500 persons; the ability to assist in the operation, or as required, to operate a food production department in the Central Food Processing Plant; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: employment as a cook engaged in the preparation of foods of all kinds in large quantities in a hospital, hotel or large restaurant. OR, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental Conditions	This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work Hours	Flex Schedule (will be discussed during interview) Retail, Allergy-Friendly, Late Night, and Float. Academic Year Dates: August 9, 2026 through May 15, 2027
Posting Date	10/07/2026
Closing Date	10/17/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Full-Time, 40 hrs., Academic Year A generous benefits package including a tuition waiver for CCRI, RIC, and URI for the successful candidate, spouse, and dependents (if applicable) based on current education. paid time off, paid state holidays, and a mandatory retirement plan are also available in addition to many other types of benefits. To learn more about the benefits package, please visit: https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/ URI is unwavering in its commitment to equal opportunity, community, equity, and diversity. In furtherance of its mission to serve and support all learners as the state’s public flagship university, URI continues to expand efforts to recruit and retain a broadly representative workforce as well as to regularly evaluate the effectiveness of those efforts. All employment decisions, including hiring, are made without regard to protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the URI benefits office at 401-874-2416. For TTY assistance, contact R.I. Relay Services at 711. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the search process may be subject to applicable bargaining unit procedures. The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment criminal background report paid for by the University.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16821

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently a State employee who is a member of AFSCME/Council 94?
   • Yes--IF YES, I understand that if I am the most senior lateral transfer bidder, fully qualified and in good standing, that I MUST ACCEPT THIS POSITION.
   • No
2. * Have you completed eight school grades?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Have you gained experience through employment as a COOK engaged in the preparation of foods of all kinds in LARGE QUANTITIES in a HOSPITAL, HOTEL, OR LARGE RESTAURANT?
   • Yes
   • No