Cook Helper.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH is seeking a part‑time Cook Helper to support daily dining operations. This role offers flexible shifts and the chance to learn on‑the‑job in various kitchen stations.

Under close supervision you will assist with food prep and serving, follow recipes, and help maintain cleanliness and safety standards. The position is non-exempt, temporary part-time, with shifts offered across mornings or evenings.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

No experience required

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 30 pounds

Follow recipes

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Cook Helper

Position Number

0000000

Hiring Range Minimum

$16.25

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 24 hours a week.

Choose your schedule and number of hours worked, dependent on operational needs.

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

• No previous experience required.
• 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

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Temporary Part time

Schedule

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

Department Contact for Cover Letter

CSHR

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.

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is a 9-month term position.

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. 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.