Cook Helper

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 22,386 - 27,896; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is hiring a Cook Helper for part-time, flexible schedules in Hanover, NH. Work 7am through 2:30am across dining prep areas, up to 35 hours weekly, with schedule and hours chosen based on operational needs. Interviews begin mid-July for a mid-August start.

Under supervision, you assist with food preparation, learn sanitation and kitchen equipment use, and help with general duties in a welcoming campus environment. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Familiarity with standard cooking methods preferred, but training available.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to follow customer relations policies.
• Commitment to diversity and serving a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of food items, wash, peel, cut and seed vegetables and fruits; assist with meats, poultry and seafood.
• Weigh and measure designated ingredients and carry food to and from work stations.
• Maintain proper temperature control and food storage, assist customers.
• Follow on-the-job sanitation procedures and proper equipment use.
• Support other duties as requested.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 30 pounds

Follow written instructions

Follow recipes

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Customer relations policies

Diversity commitment

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

Position Title

Position Title Cook Helper

Position Number

Position Number 0000000

Hiring Range Minimum

Hiring Range Minimum $16.25

Hiring Range Maximum

Hiring Range Maximum $20.25

Location of Position

Hanover NH

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Dartmouth Dining offers part-time hours that work with your other commitments.

Work 1st or 2nd shift hours (7am through 2.30am), up to 35 hours a week. Choose your schedule and number of hours worked, dependent on operational needs.

*Interviews will begin mid-July for employment beginning mid-August.

Position Purpose

Under close supervision, assists with the preparation and serving of food items regularly listed on the daily menu in the dining facilities. Works in any general cooking preparation areas where needed, eg. grill, pizza, bakery, etc. Receives on-the-job training in general food service and sanitation procedures and in proper use and cleaning of kitchen equipment and machinery. Part-time, flexible schedules available.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations. Ability to learn proper food protection and handling procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to apply customer relations procedures and policies.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Employment Category Temporary Part time

Schedule

Schedule: Flexible part-time schedule, 7 days a week

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Department Contact Phone Number

Department Contact for Cover Letter

Department Contact for Cover Letter CSHR

Contact's Phone Number

Contact's Phone Number 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.

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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. For example: 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. Ensures trays of food are replaced when empty. Assists customers.
• Stores foods in designated areas, maintaining an awareness of temperature requirements and potential for food spoilage.
• Other duties as requested.

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

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-- Performs other duties as assigned.

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