Temporary - Cook (North & South Dining Hall)

Universityofnotredame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety division is seeking temporary/on-call Cooks for North Dining Hall and South Dining Hall as part of Campus Dining. Cook 1 is an entry-level Back of the House position reporting to the Sous Chef, focused on basic food prep and supporting kitchen operations.

This role develops foundational culinary skills, emphasizes food safety, and contributes to daily kitchen workflow under supervision.

Qualifications

• Entry-level kitchen or foodservice experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn culinary fundamentals and kitchen operations.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic food preparation including washing, cutting, portioning, and assembling ingredients
• Assist with simple cooking tasks under direction of the Sous Chef
• Support station setup, replenishment, and service needs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment
• Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation procedures
• Learn and apply basic culinary techniques and kitchen procedures

Skills

Entry-level

Team environment

Willingness to learn

Sanitation basics

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for temporary/on-call Cooks in North Dining Hall and South Dining Hall in our Campus Dining 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 1

Reporting to the Sous Chef, the Cook 1 is an entry-level Back of the House (BOH) culinary position responsible for basic food preparation, simple cooking tasks, and supporting kitchen operations within ND Dining.

This role works under closer supervision and focuses on developing foundational culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and production consistency. The Cook 1 contributes to daily operations through preparation, organization, and support of the culinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform basic food preparation including washing, cutting, portioning, and assembling ingredients
• Assist with simple cooking tasks under direction of the Sous Chef
• Support station setup, replenishment, and service needs
• Assist team members during production and service
• Support stocking, receiving, and organization of products
• Follow direction and contribute to overall kitchen workflow
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment
• Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation procedures
• Maintain compliance with sanitation and safety standards
• Learn and apply basic culinary techniques and kitchen procedures
• Build foundational skills in preparation, organization, and execution
• Demonstrate willingness to grow within ND Dining

Requirements

• Entry-level kitchen or foodservice experience preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
• Willingness to learn culinary fundamentals and kitchen operations
• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior food preparation or kitchen experience
• Interest in culinary development and advancement
• Interest in pursuing formal culinary training or certification

Pay Rate: $17.50/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.