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 with food preparation in its dining facilities. This full-time position requires high school education and food preparation experience, focusing on teamwork and following health regulations. The Cook Helper will work 40 hours per week, with a structured schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in food preparation preferred.
• Food service experience in an institutional setting is advantageous.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists with food preparation and kitchen cleaning.
• Follows sanitation procedures and uses kitchen equipment appropriately.
• Carries food items and maintains safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School or equivalency

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Position Details
Position Information

Posting date 04/21/2025

Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1000271

Position Title Cook Helper

Hiring Range Minimum $23.18/hr.

Hiring Range Maximum $23.18/hr.

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
Monday-Thursday 6am to 2:30pm, Friday 6:30am to 3pm. Saturday and Sunday off.

Location of Position
Hanover NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. NA

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 High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Six months of relevant experience in food preparation; or the equivalent.
• Food service experience in an institutional establishment is preferred.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
• Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures.
• Willingness to assist with catering events.
• 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.
• Ability to work varied shifts and required overtime due to catering demands. Must be able to work two Saturdays/year.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
  
  
  

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3561

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Amelia Heidenreich

Department Contact's Phone Number
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.

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.

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 4/21/25 THROUGH 4/27/25.

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
Additional Instructions
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78470

Key Accountabilities

Description

• 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 95

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 diversity, 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 5

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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