Part-Time Cook 3 | Three Leaf Catering

Notre Dame Hospitality; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Three Leaf Catering on the University of Notre Dame campus is hiring Part-Time Cook 3 within the campus Hospitality department. This role focuses on preparing dishes, supervising junior cooks, and contributing to service excellence across stations while maintaining rigorous food safety standards.

The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and work closely with the Sous Chef to ensure timely, high-quality meals for events and daily campus dining.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Positive, respectful, and committed to being timely.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to stand for up to 6 hours at a time.
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced culinary techniques and support multiple stations as needed.
• Lead or supervise junior cooks during service to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Assist the Sous Chef or Head Chef with prep lists and production schedules.
• Maintain strict health code compliance and high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Participate in daily briefings and provide feedback to improve workflow and kitchen performance

Skills

Time management

Communication

Stamina

Lifting up to 25 lb

Job description

Three Leaf Catering, VP-UOES-Hospitality & Dining

• Notre Dame, IN, United States
• Part-time

Part-Time Cook 3 | Three Leaf Catering

Three Leaf Catering, VP-UOES-Hospitality & Dining

Company Description

The University of Notre Dam e is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety division is currently hiring for part-time Cook 3s within Three Leaf Catering in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES Division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Cook 3

Cook 3 is an intermediate-level culinary role for individuals ready to independently execute complex dishes and take on leadership responsibilities. You'll demonstrate advanced cooking skills, strong station management, and help mentor junior cooks.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute advanced culinary techniques, including butchery, sauce-making, and grilling proteins to precise specifications across various stations as needed.
• Lead or supervise junior cooks during service, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and adherence to standards.
• Assist the Sous Chef or Head Chef with recipe testing, prep lists, and production schedules.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health codes and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Actively participate in daily briefings and contribute feedback to improve workflow and overall kitchen performance.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• Positive, respectful, and committed to being timely
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 25 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $19.50/hr

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.