Counterworker.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH is seeking a Counterworker to perform food preparation and serving tasks in a busy cafe. The role is onsite and requires working Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM with weekends off.

The position is regular full time, non-exempt, with a hiring range of $23.00 per hour. A High School diploma or equivalent and at least six months of food service experience are required; familiarity with institutional food service is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of relevant experience in food service operations.
• Experience in an institutional setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Replenishes beverages, portioned items, hot food, salad and sandwich bars, bulk ingredients (cooking supplies) and baked goods.
• Serves any or all food items in a prompt, courteous manner, following correct sanitary guidelines and portion control measures.
• Prepares a limited number of food items such as vegetables, fruit salads, pre-made sandwiches and omelets.

Skills

Food service experience

Institutional setting experience

Education

High School or equivalency

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

06/08/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0303000

Position Title

Counterworker

Hiring Range Minimum

$23.00

Hiring Range Maximum

$23.00

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off

Location of Position

Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

n/a

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

To perform a variety of food preparation and serving tasks in busy, popular cafe.

Description

Note: Employee may be assigned to primary duty of cashier or food service counterworker.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Six months of relevant experience in food service operations.
• Food service experience in an institutional establishment preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to apply customer relations procedures and policies.
• Good attention to detail; neat appearance.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with sanitary procedures relating to food preparation.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May work varied shifts and overtime.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-3323

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Kristopher Piquette Collis Manager

Department Contact's Phone Number

603-646-3323

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.

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

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

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86020

Key Accountabilities

Food Service

• Replenishes beverages, portioned items, hot food, salad and sandwich bars, bulk ingredients (cooking supplies) and baked goods.
• Serves any or all food items in a prompt, courteous manner, following correct sanitary guidelines and portion control measures.
• Prepares a limited number of food items such as vegetables, fruit salads, pre-made sandwiches and omelets.

Percentage Of Time: 40

Cashier

• Operates cash register to itemize and total customer’s purchases.
• Reviews price sheets to note price changes and sale items.
• Scans item to record price and totals purchases on cash register.
• Collects cash, check, or student multiple charge system payment from customer and makes change for cash transactions.
• Maintains awareness to potential shoplifting and practices prevention techniques.
• Counts money in cash drawer and starts up and closes out the register at beginning and end of work shift.
• Identifies items not accepted by the scanner.

Percentage Of Time: 30

Maintenance

• Washes dishes both by-hand and using a commercial dishwasher.
• Sweeps and mops cafe serving area and empties trash as needed.
• Cleans table-tops in the cafe proper.

Percentage Of Time: 20

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: 10

• 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