Part-Time Cook — From-Scratch Kitchen & Catering

Clay Today; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, is seeking a part-time Cook to join our Dining Services team. We prepare meals from scratch for campus dining with a focus on quality and service; the role involves assembling and cooking recipes, preparing ingredients, and assisting with catering setup.

This position is onsite, less than 20 hours per week, with shift differentials and weekend premiums. A high school diploma or GED is required; ServSafe is preferred; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic cooking techniques for catering or institutional settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and cook recipes for daily menus.
• Prepare ingredients for hot and cold food production.
• Assist with catering function set-ups and production/service coverage.
• Operate cold prep and short-order cooking equipment; maintain clean workspace.
• Read recipes and prepare to specifications.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or vocational/technical degree

Job description

Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, is seeking a part-time Cook to join our Dining Services team. We prepare meals from scratch for campus dining with a focus on quality and service; the role involves assembling and cooking recipes, preparing ingredients, and assisting with catering setup.

This position is onsite, less than 20 hours per week, with shift differentials and weekend premiums. A high school diploma or GED is required; ServSafe is preferred; background checks apply.