Campus Cook 1: Build Foundational Culinary Skills

University of Notre Dame; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Campus Dining is hiring entry-level Cook 1 positions in the North and South Dining Halls. You will support basic kitchen operations, food preparation, and sanitation under supervision, with opportunities to grow within the ND Dining team.

Responsibilities include assisting with cooking tasks, station setup, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness while following safety procedures. This role offers an on-site, part-time schedule at ND Dining facilities.

Qualifications

• Entry-level kitchen or foodservice experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
• Willingness to learn culinary fundamentals and kitchen operations
• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety practices

Responsibilities

• Perform basic food preparation including washing, cutting, portioning, and assembling ingredients
• Assist with simple cooking tasks under direction of the Sous Chef
• Support station setup, replenishment, and service needs
• Assist team members during production and service
• Support stocking, receiving, and organization of products
• Follow direction and contribute to overall kitchen workflow
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment
• Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation procedures
• Maintain compliance with sanitation and safety standards
• Learn and apply basic culinary techniques and kitchen procedures
• Build foundational skills in preparation, organization, and execution
• Demonstrate willingness to grow within ND Dining

Skills

Teamwork

Following instructions

Willingness to learn

Sanitation basics

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Campus Dining is hiring entry-level Cook 1 positions in the North and South Dining Halls. You will support basic kitchen operations, food preparation, and sanitation under supervision, with opportunities to grow within the ND Dining team.

Responsibilities include assisting with cooking tasks, station setup, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness while following safety procedures. This role offers an on-site, part-time schedule at ND Dining facilities.