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Cook Helper-Lally Athletics *Summer Opportunity*
Syracuse University
USD 19.42-21.58 / hour
Posted on Apr 11, 2025
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job # | 041833 |
|---|---|
| Department Code | 33424-7321 |
| Department | Food Service - Bargaining Unit |
| Job Title | Cook Helper-Lally Athletics *Summer Opportunity* |
| Location | Syracuse , New York |
| Pay Range | $19.424-$21.582 Per Hour |
| Pay Determination | Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses. |
| Staff Level | 03 |
| FLSA Status | Non-exempt |
| Hours | SEIU Employees Summer Opportunity ONLY (All days and hours subject to change) 8am-4:30pm Thurs, Fri, Mon, Tues, Wed Off: Sat, Sun |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Campus | Syracuse, NY |
| Unionized Position Code | UF |
| Job Description | Follow instructions and established procedures to perform helper duties for cooks. |
| Education and Experience | The ability to read, write, do simple math, use calculator, food thermometer and follow directions is necessary. |
| Skills and Knowledge | FOR CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION. |
| Responsibilities | Pan variety of simple meats, prepare simple casseroles, convenience foods, open cans, frozen foods. Assist on serving lines as needed. Slice deli meats. Take food to serving lines and replenish as needed. Store and date food items. Fill out appropriate paper work for computerized Food Service production system (CSI) including service records and food production sheets. Proper storage of food items, cold vs. hot, raw vs. cooked. Grill hamburgers, cheese sandwiches, etc. Observe safety and health regulations and maintain highest standards of sanitation. |
| Physical Requirements | | •Standing 85% – 100% of the shift •Frequent bending at the waist; able to bend to below the knee •Frequent stooping and/or crouching •Frequent walking back and forth throughout the kitchen, stock room, and food service areas •Frequent twisting and bending of head, neck and torso •Full range of arm movement (extension, twisting, and bending of arm and shoulder, reaching overhead, stirring and mixing, wiping, etc.) •Listening to and communicating with customers and staff •Visual and cognitive capability sufficient to read and follow instructions and recipes, etc., communicate and issue instructions/assignments to employees; and perform math functions •Able to lift up to 30 lbs from the floor to waist height •Able to lift up to 20 lbs. overhead •Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. for a distance of up to 10 feet •Repetitive wrist movement (e.g. chopping, cutting, slicing, shredding, flipping pancakes and omelets, wiping and scrubbing, etc.) •Able to work in conditions of extreme heat •Wrist and finger dexterity/fine motor skills to be able to use tongs, scissors, knives, and other small utensils; write) •Able to push and pull up to 250 lbs.. |
| Tools/Equipment | Operate a variety of equipment including food slicer, grill steamer, steamer jacketed kettle, buffalo chopper, variety of ovens, tilt brazier, deep fat fryer, charcoal broiler, wok, waffle iron, cleaning of all kitchen equipment/hoods, grills, slicers, etc. |
| Application Instructions | Summer Opportunity SEIU Employees ONLY external candidates ineligible In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. |
| About Syracuse University | Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu. |
| About the Syracuse area | Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. |
| EEO Statement | Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities. |
| Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans | Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. |
| Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community | Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect. |
| Quick Link | https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/109286 |
| Job Posting Date | 04/10/2025 |
| Application Deadline | 04/23/2025 |
| Full Consideration By | |
| Job Category | Union/Bargaining Unit |
| Message to Applicants |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you currently a Syracuse University Bargaining Unit employee?
- No Reponse
- Yes
- No
- * If a bargaining unit employee, what is your job title?
(Open Ended Question)
- If a bargaining unit employee, what department do you work for?
(Open Ended Question)