Lead Cook 3: Master High-Volume Campus Kitchen

University of Notre Dame; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 47,389,000 - 55,875,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a Cook 3 in Legends within its campus Hospitality department. This advanced BOH role reports to the Sous Chef and requires high-level food preparation, independent operation, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

You will guide Cook 1 and Cook 2 teammates, uphold HACCP standards, and contribute to production flow and training. Pay is $19.50/hr for a full-time opportunity at Notre Dame’s ND Dining environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Progressive culinary experience in a commercial, institutional, or high-volume foodservice environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple cooking techniques and station production.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced food preparation and cooking across multiple stations in accordance with standardized recipes and production schedules.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, taste, and portioning.
• Operate independently while supporting overall kitchen production and service execution.
• Monitor station readiness, food levels, and service timing.
• Provide informal leadership and daily guidance to Cook 1 and Cook 2 team members.
• Assist in training new employees on recipes, techniques, and kitchen procedures.
• Support production planning by organizing prep priorities and workflow.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of all food products.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment.
• Assist with inventory awareness, product usage, and communication of shortages.
• Support waste reduction through proper handling and batch production.
• Identify operational challenges and communicate effectively with the Sous Chef.
• Contribute to recipe ingredient selection and consistent product execution.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Leadership (informal)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a Cook 3 in Legends within its campus Hospitality department. This advanced BOH role reports to the Sous Chef and requires high-level food preparation, independent operation, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

You will guide Cook 1 and Cook 2 teammates, uphold HACCP standards, and contribute to production flow and training. Pay is $19.50/hr for a full-time opportunity at Notre Dame’s ND Dining environment.