We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Dining Services Cook
About Us: Join our dynamic team at EWU where we are committed to providing exceptional dining experiences for our students, faculty, and staff. Our food service team plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming and nourishing environment on our busy campus.
We are seeking a Dining Services Cook within our busy Panda Express. As a Dining Services Cook, you will:
* Be trained in Panda Express signature recipes, cooking techniques, and service standards.
* Take part in preparing delicious meals and providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
* Ensure high-quality food production and efficient service while maintaining a clean, sanitized workspace.
* Manage cash handling, assist in training new staff, and teach students key food service techniques.
* Uphold both Panda Express and EWU Dining Services high standards for excellence.
This position provides the chance to take on responsibility in a leadership role, often working independently but always supported by a supervisor or manager. Additionally, as part of EWU Dining Services, you'll have the opportunity to work in different campus eateries, expanding your experience and skill set. This is a cyclic position (11 months per year) with opportunities to pick up shifts during time off. If you're ready to bring your passion for food and service to our campus, we want to hear from you!
EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.
The salary for this position is $37,896 (minimum) up to $48,960. 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/.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
Required Qualifications:
* Valid Washington Driver's License
* Valid Washington Food Handler's Permit
* High School Diploma or GED
* Must pass Panda Express certification course
* One year of experience in restaurant food service work
* 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.