via Snagajob
$25K - 35K a year
Prepare, cook, and serve food items while maintaining quality and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
High school diploma or GED, basic food handling skills, ability to use kitchen tools and equipment, basic math and communication skills, and willingness to work weekends including football game days.
This position serves as a team member responsible for preparation, production and/or serving of food items, and other related tasks in the successful operation of Baja Fresh: • Prepares, season, cooks, fires and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards. Modifies recipes and/or production amounts. • Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service. • Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards. • Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks. Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records. Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc. • Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies. • Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards. • Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies. • Will be required to work home football game day Saturdays • Performs other related duties as assigned. • **Normally, employees on a 5 hour shift receive a free meal. Uniforms are provided at no cost, but must be maintained by the employee.*** %3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired Education/Experience: %3C/strong%3EHigh school diploma or GED.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESkills:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUses tools, such as knives, slicers, potato peelers, etc. and/or small kitchen equipment in a manner requiring reasonable proficiency, generally derived from previous training or during the introductory period.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESkilled in the safe, sanitary, and effective handling of food, cooking utensils, food processing equipment, walk-in refrigeration, elevators, cash registers, dishwashers, time clock, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPerforms addition, subtraction, multiplication, simple accounting, and division effectively enough to count change, when necessary, take inventory, serve portions, enter time on a times sheet, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EReads and interprets routine written materials, menus, instructions and e-mails.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ECommunicates effectively, in English, orally and/or in writing.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUnderstands and demonstrates Housing and Food Services core values at all times.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EBasic understanding of nutrition and portion control.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUnderstands and applies time and attendance guidelines with ability to use systems to clock in/out.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAble to handle varying workloads and meet deadlines as necessary.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ECommunicate orally and in writing as required to exchange information; read and understand basic written materials.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAdaptable and agreeable - will be asked to work at other campus restaurants as determined by business needs.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EWill be expected to work home football game Saturdays.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EBasic math and computer skill.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdvertised Physical/Environmental Requirements:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPerseverance, both physically and mentally, for fast-paced and demanding responsibilities required.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EExposure to disagreeable conditions such as handling greasy, dirty materials, walking on slippery floors, walking or riding between buildings on campus, going in and out of walk-in refrigeration units, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EFrequent and repetitive arm and wrist movement. Exposure to chemicals and noxious odors. Ability to lift objects up to 58 lbs, and push/pull up to 100 lbs, depending on job assignment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAbility to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and adapt to a large kitchen environment with varying temperatures (-8 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit).%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EClimb stairs, as necessary, and depending on job assignment, occasionally to frequently. This will be determined by employee%27s assignment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAs essential personnel you may be required to work during University closings. Nights and weekends may apply for any operations especially those operating 24/7. %26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECertifications:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESafe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification may be required upon employment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EHepatitis A Vaccine required, or annual testing, if hired for position.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDepartment Preferences:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EServSafe Certification%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E12 months of restaurant kitchen/cooking supervisory experience.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESupervision of Others:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESupervises a small staff%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESupervision:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPosition receives general supervision from restaurant manager.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESpecial Instructions:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EIf you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22 href=%22https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3Ehttps://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhy You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EThe University of Oklahoma values our community%27s unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!%3Cstrong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EThe University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.%3Cstrong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E • !Support: This position serves as a team member responsible for preparation, production and/or serving of food items, and other related tasks in the successful operation of Baja Fresh: • Prepares, season, cooks, fires and bakes food according to standard recipes following portion control standards. Modifies recipes and/or production amounts. • Ensures optimal quality of food throughout preparation and service. • Prepares food items for individual serving following portion control standards. • Determines food quantities, prepares estimates of time, labor and materials for assigned tasks. Oversees maintenance of inventory, food consumption and other food service records. Operates a variety of manual and/or automatic kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, slicers, etc. • Handles operational readiness and safety of equipment and supplies. • Adheres to university and Health Department quality standards. • Advises supervisor concerning quantity and quality of food and supplies. • Will be required to work home football game day Saturdays • Performs other related duties as assigned. • **Normally, employees on a 5 hour shift receive a free meal. Uniforms are provided at no cost, but must be maintained by the employee.*** %3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired Education/Experience: %3C/strong%3EHigh school diploma or GED.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESkills:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUses tools, such as knives, slicers, potato peelers, etc. and/or small kitchen equipment in a manner requiring reasonable proficiency, generally derived from previous training or during the introductory period.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESkilled in the safe, sanitary, and effective handling of food, cooking utensils, food processing equipment, walk-in refrigeration, elevators, cash registers, dishwashers, time clock, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPerforms addition, subtraction, multiplication, simple accounting, and division effectively enough to count change, when necessary, take inventory, serve portions, enter time on a times sheet, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EReads and interprets routine written materials, menus, instructions and e-mails.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ECommunicates effectively, in English, orally and/or in writing.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUnderstands and demonstrates Housing and Food Services core values at all times.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EBasic understanding of nutrition and portion control.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EUnderstands and applies time and attendance guidelines with ability to use systems to clock in/out.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAble to handle varying workloads and meet deadlines as necessary.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ECommunicate orally and in writing as required to exchange information; read and understand basic written materials.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAdaptable and agreeable - will be asked to work at other campus restaurants as determined by business needs.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EWill be expected to work home football game Saturdays.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EBasic math and computer skill.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdvertised Physical/Environmental Requirements:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPerseverance, both physically and mentally, for fast-paced and demanding responsibilities required.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EExposure to disagreeable conditions such as handling greasy, dirty materials, walking on slippery floors, walking or riding between buildings on campus, going in and out of walk-in refrigeration units, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EFrequent and repetitive arm and wrist movement. Exposure to chemicals and noxious odors. Ability to lift objects up to 58 lbs, and push/pull up to 100 lbs, depending on job assignment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAbility to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and adapt to a large kitchen environment with varying temperatures (-8 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit).%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EClimb stairs, as necessary, and depending on job assignment, occasionally to frequently. This will be determined by employee%27s assignment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EAs essential personnel you may be required to work during University closings. Nights and weekends may apply for any operations especially those operating 24/7. %26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECertifications:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESafe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification may be required upon employment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EHepatitis A Vaccine required, or annual testing, if hired for position.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDepartment Preferences:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EServSafe Certification%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E12 months of restaurant kitchen/cooking supervisory experience.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESupervision of Others:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3ESupervises a small staff%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESupervision:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EPosition receives general supervision from restaurant manager.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESpecial Instructions:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EIf you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22 href=%22https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3Ehttps://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhy You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EThe University of Oklahoma values our community%27s unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!%3Cstrong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EThe University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.%3Cstrong%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E • !Support:
This job posting was last updated on 12/6/2025