Job Details

Cook 3 - Float Schedule

Position Number: 6230978
Location: Cheney, WA
Position Type: Food Services

Cook 3 - Float Schedule

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the regions polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 24-25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place-the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

Are you a culinary creative with a passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences? Eastern Washington University is on the lookout for a talented Cook 3 - Float to join our campus Dining Services team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact throughout our campus through daily food production, innovative menu development, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Why Youll Love Working with Us:

Creative Freedom: Lead menu development and explore new culinary trends, including plant-based options, to delight our diverse campus community.
Versatile Experience: Manage catering for special events and create memorable dining experiences tailored to various diets and preferences.
Dynamic Environment: Engage with a vibrant team and foster a positive kitchen culture while maintaining high standards in food production.

Key Responsibilities:

Innovative Cooking: Oversee daily food production, ensuring delicious and visually appealing dishes.
Leadership & Planning: Schedule and assign tasks, develop prep lists, and manage timelines to keep operations running smoothly.
Menu Mastery: Design and prepare diverse menus and recipes, handle product requisitions, and maintain thorough records and reports.
Training & Mentorship: Guide and train team members in cooking techniques and food service best practices.
Event Coordination: Plan and execute meals for special events, focusing on quality and tailored dietary needs.

What We Offer:

A Supportive Community: EWU is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.
Growth Opportunities: Gain valuable experience in a supportive environment that values your contributions and promotes professional development.

The salary for this position is $44,580 - $59,568. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
Food Handlers Permit
Washington State Drivers License
Three years of food service work, including one year of lead experience, or equivalent education or experience.
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the needs of, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the preferred experience below:

Two years of college/university food service experience is preferred.
High volume food production serving over 400 meals per day is preferred
One year of supervisory experience
Culinary degree or related degree in the food service field
ACF Certification
Experience forecasting and ordering food
Menu/Recipe Development

Other Skills and Abilities:

Able to work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and accomplish goals.
Time management skills
Must have good communication and supervisory skills.
Must have good knife skills.

Job Duties:
Participates in and monitors large-scale preparation and service of food; prepares food items according to standard menus, recipes and verbal instructionsPercent of Time: 40

Instructs and trains employees. Provide expectations and direction to staff in cooking, preparing and handling foodPercent of Time: 15

Recipe development; assists in preparing menus and determining amount of food to meet menu requirements; keeps recordsPercent of Time: 15

Leads and participates in the cleaning of the kitchen and equipment; Maintains standards of sanitation and safety.Percent of Time: 10

Leads and participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products; rotate stockPercent of Time: 5

Inventories and maintains necessary supplies and good for assigned mealsPercent of Time: 5
Conditions of Employment:

This position requires a valid food handlers permit and a drivers license.
This position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends (evening shifts do include a shift premium).
During the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement.https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/06/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-FINAL-2023-2025.pdf
Upon hire employees must comply with franchise requirements regarding clothing and appearance, if applicable.
All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
After starting employment, employees will complete required training. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on the Human Resources webpage at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.

Salary Information:

$44,580 - $59,568. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Posting Date: 05/16/2025
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 5/29/2025
Screening to Begin: Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/13604