Find your next opportunity

Job summary

The Third Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting fast food products while maintaining kitchen equipment and cleanliness. They work under the supervision of senior cooks to ensure efficient food production without waste.

Job details

Department: Hospitality ServicesPosition covered by the Collective Agreement with the University of Guelph Food Service Employees' Association (UGFSEA) 8 Month Limited Full-Time Appointment Temporary full-time from September to April Number of Positions: 3 If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) Duties and Responsibilities Under direct supervision of the 1st Cook or 2nd Cook, a 3rd Cook works primarily with fast food products. It is the 3rd Cook’s responsibility to see that food is prepared, cooked properly and presented in an attractive manner. The incumbent must have the ability to produce food, without waste, at varying levels of sales. In addition to operating all kitchen equipment, the incumbent will be responsible for the cleanliness of this equipment and the immediate area; will perform various kitchen tasks and other duties as assigned. Requirements Grade 10 and relevant work experience in the hospitality industry in a fast paced environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be willing to work a flexible shift schedule. Employee Type: Limited Position Number: 10917161 Start Rate: $ 19.95 per hour Job Rate: $ 24.54 per hour UGFSEA Wage Grid At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. Posting Date:07/21/2026 Close Date: 07/28/2026

What you’ll do

The Third Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting fast food products while maintaining kitchen equipment and cleanliness. They work under the supervision of senior cooks to ensure efficient food production without waste.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least a Grade 10 education and relevant work experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment. A willingness to work a flexible shift schedule is required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food preparation
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Fast food preparation
• Food presentation
• Kitchen cleanliness
• Waste reduction
• Time management
• Operations
• Sales
• Time Management
• Cleanliness
• Cooking
• Waste Minimization
• Food Preparation
• Food Services
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Equipment Operation
• Food Plating And Presentation

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Third Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant