Campus Dining Cook — Early Mornings, High-Volume

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; Medford Hillside (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Dining is seeking a Third Cook to join our campus kitchen for the academic year. Shifts: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; Fri 11:45 AM–8:15 PM; Tue/Sat off.

You will prepare, cook and present menu items per recipes and food safety standards; maintain stations; assist with prep and service; log production and temperature records; provide courteous service in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of kitchen experience; strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of food preparation or kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and basic culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain assigned production stations and ensure timely preparation and service.
• Assist with food preparation, service, station setup and breakdown.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures and log production/temperature data.
• Provide courteous, professional service in customer-facing areas.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate in culinary arts

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Tufts Dining is seeking a Third Cook to join our campus kitchen for the academic year. Shifts: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; Fri 11:45 AM–8:15 PM; Tue/Sat off.

You will prepare, cook and present menu items per recipes and food safety standards; maintain stations; assist with prep and service; log production and temperature records; provide courteous service in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of kitchen experience; strong