Cook 2: Campus Kitchen Lead & Plating Pro

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is hiring a Cook 2 to join campus Hospitality (Three Leaf Catering, Rohr's, and Morris Inn Banquets). You will manage a station and prepare a range of menu items in a fast-paced kitchen.

This role requires solid cooking proficiency, reliability, and teamwork. Typical hours are on-site with a pay rate of $18.50 per hour; Notre Dame offers a supportive, mission-driven environment and opportunities to grow within campus

Qualifications

• Must be able to manage time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Positive, respectful, and timely.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours).
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and consistently prepare and cook food items on your assigned station, ensuring proper presentation.
• Set up and break down your station with all necessary tools, ingredients, and supplies before and after service.
• Monitor food quality to ensure all items meet restaurant standards before they're served.
• Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff to coordinate timing and maintain smooth service flow.
• Manage inventory by rotating stock, labeling, dating products, and minimizing food waste through proper handling.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Stamina

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is hiring a Cook 2 to join campus Hospitality (Three Leaf Catering, Rohr's, and Morris Inn Banquets). You will manage a station and prepare a range of menu items in a fast-paced kitchen.

This role requires solid cooking proficiency, reliability, and teamwork. Typical hours are on-site with a pay rate of $18.50 per hour; Notre Dame offers a supportive, mission-driven environment and opportunities to grow within campus