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Job Summary:

3 positions that will work in the Lake View Lounge back of house cooking menu items along with prep work and in the Strada will primarily be a cook but will also serve in customer service functions like preparing pizzas, pasta bowls, & interacting with guests.

Performs a variety of food preparation activities and related tasks according to quality and safety standards in dining, venues to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve departmental food service goals.

Schedule:

Weekly Schedule: subject to change based on business needs

Position 1:        Mon – Fri            11am – 5pm

Position 2:        Wed – Sun        4pm – 10pm

Position 3:        Thu – Sun          12pm – 6pm

These positions are Temporary positions that will end on 12/16/2026.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Trains and guides student workers

• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities

• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas

• Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods

Department:

UW Madison- Wisconsin Union - Memorial Union - Strada & Lake View Lounge

Compensation:

$17.00 per hour

*Differential Weekend pay for work performed on Saturday and Sunday $.80 per hours is added.

*Differential night pay, for work performed between 6pm-6am an addition $2.50 per hour added.

Required Qualifications:

3 months of work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma - Preferred

How to Apply:

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You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

-Resume 

Applicants needs to attach a Resume

Contact Information:

Rod Rotar

[email protected] / 608-263-5596

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