Cook Helper.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Cook Helper to assist in food preparation and maintain cleanliness in dining facilities. This position requires a high school education and offers a competitive hourly wage of $23.18. The role involves working various shifts and adhering to safety protocols in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with six months of relevant experience in food preparation.
• Ability to pass required ServSafe and Allertrain trainings.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of food items regularly listed on the daily menu.
• Cleans and properly stores kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Checks refrigerators and freezers for safe food temperatures.

Skills

Food service experience

Ability to follow recipes

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School or equivalency

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

AVAILABLE TO SAFETY AND SECURITY SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY:

OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 05/19/2025 THROUGH 05/23/2025.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Position Information

Posting date 05/19/2025

Open Until Filled No

Position Number

Position Number 1000088

Position Title

Position Title Cook Helper

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $23.18/hr.

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $23.18/hr.

Union Type

SEIU Level

SEIU Level A

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule

2 available Schedules-
Wednesday-Saturday, 11.00am-9.30pm; Sunday-Tuesday off
Sunday-Tuesday, 11:00am-9:30pm; Wednesday-Saturday off

This can be a 12-month position, or a 9-month position with a 3-month hiatus period: mid-June through August and 2 weeks in December. 15% shift differential on 2nd shift.

Location of Position

Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position?

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months.

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose

Under close supervision, assists with the preparation of food items regularly listed on the daily menu in the dining facilities and for catered functions. Works in any general cooking area where needed, e.g. grill station, breakfast, salad room, bakery shop, routine catered orders, etc. Receives on-the-job training in general food service and sanitation procedures and in proper use and cleaning of kitchen equipment and machinery.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Food service experience in an institutional establishment is preferred.
• High School graduate with six months of relevant experience in food preparation; or the equivalent.
• Ability to pass required ServSafe and Allertrain trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
• Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Works varied shifts and required overtime.
• Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: Hazard Communication.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Campus Services HR

Department Contact's Phone Number

Department Contact's Phone Number 6-3323

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

AVAILABLE TO SAFETY AND SECURITY SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK , IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY , IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY :

OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 05/19/2025 THROUGH 05/23/2025.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

• Assists with the preparation of food items.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and seeds vegetables and fruits.
• Cleans, cuts and grinds meats, poultry, and seafood.
• Dips food items in crumbs, flour, and batter to bread them.
• Stirs and strains soups and sauces.
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Carries pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
• Stores foods in designated areas, maintaining an awareness of temperature requirements and potential for food spoilage.
• Learns and follows safety precautions and proper food handling and storage procedures.
• Cleans and properly stores kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Checks refrigerators and freezers for safe food temperatures, notifies supervisor of unusual changes.

Percentage Of Time

Description

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
• Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College

Percentage Of Time

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-- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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-- Performs other duties as assigned

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  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required DocumentsOptional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Additional Document #1

Dartmouth College Office of Human Resources | 7 Lebanon Street Suite 203 | Hanover, NH 03755 | Ph 603.646.3411 | [e-mail]