Cook Helper

Agupdate; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH is seeking a Cook Helper to assist with daily food preparation across grill, breakfast, salad, and bakery areas. You will learn sanitation procedures and proper use of kitchen equipment during on‑the‑job training.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with food service experience preferred. Training in ServSafe and Allertrain is required; onsite, 40 hours weekly, with a 15% shift differential on 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalency.
• Food service experience in an institutional establishment preferred.
• Six months relevant experience in food preparation or equivalent.
• Ability to pass ServSafe and Allertrain trainings.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preparation of daily menu items.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and seasons vegetables and fruits.
• Cleans and handles meats, poultry, and seafood.
• Dips items in crumbs, flour, and batter to bread them.
• Stirs and strains soups and sauces.
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Carries food to and from workstations and stores foods safely.

Skills

Food service experience

Education

High school or equivalency

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date: 08/24/2026

Closing date: Open Until Filled

Position Number: 1000088

Position Title: Cook Helper

Hiring Range Minimum: $24.27

Hiring Range Maximum: $24.27

Union Type: SEIU

SEIU Level: A

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday, 11.00am-9.30pm; Sunday, Monday & Tuesday off. This can be a 12-month position. 15% shift differential on 2nd shift.

Location of Position: Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Is this a term position?: No

If yes, length of term in months:

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‑job training in general food service and sanitation procedures and in proper use and cleaning of kitchen equipment and machinery.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Recruitment Contact

• Campus Services HR


• Phone: [phone]


• Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Campus Services HR


• Phone: 6-3561

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all.

Background Check

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.

Essential Functions

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

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, 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 8/24/2026 THROUGH 8/31/2026.

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

Key Accountabilities

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of food items.


• Washes, peels, cuts, and seasons 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 workstations, 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.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.


• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.


• Performs other duties as assigned.