Campus Dining Cook I — Part-Time

Notre Dame International; Notre Dame, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is hiring part-time Cook 1s for the North Dining Hall and South Dining Hall in Campus Dining. The role is entry-level and focuses on basic prep and kitchen support under supervision.

You will build foundational culinary skills, learn sanitation practices, and support daily meal service in a fast-paced campus environment. Pay is $17.50/hour with opportunities to grow within Notre Dame Dining.

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

Entry-level kitchen experience

Teamwork ability

Instruction following

Sanitation basics

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is hiring part-time Cook 1s for the North Dining Hall and South Dining Hall in Campus Dining. The role is entry-level and focuses on basic prep and kitchen support under supervision.

You will build foundational culinary skills, learn sanitation practices, and support daily meal service in a fast-paced campus environment. Pay is $17.50/hour with opportunities to grow within Notre Dame Dining.