Cook Helper

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title: Cook Helper
Department: Dartmouth Dining
Position Number: 0000000
Hiring Range Minimum: $18.00 per hr
Hiring Range Maximum: $19.25 per hr
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Various locations

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Dartmouth Dining offers part-time hours that work with your other commitments.

Work 1st or 2nd shift hours (7am through 2.30am), up to 35 hours a week.
Choose your schedule and number of hours worked, dependent on operational needs.

Position Purpose:
Under close supervision, assists with the preparation and serving of food items regularly listed on the daily menu in the dining facilities. Works in any general cooking preparation areas where needed, eg. grill, pizza, bakery, etc. Receives on-the-job training in general food service and sanitation procedures and in proper use and cleaning of kitchen equipment and machinery. Part-time, flexible schedules available.

Required Qualifications:

• No previous experience required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations. Ability to learn proper food protection and handling procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to apply customer relations procedures and policies.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Category: Temporary Part time
Schedule:
Schedule: Flexible part-time schedule, 7 days a week

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:
Department Contact Phone Number:
Department Contact for Cover Letter: Brandon Crosby, General Manager
Contact's Phone Number:
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. 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 by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

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.

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:
Quick Link: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/71299

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities:
Responsibilities:

• Assists with the preparation of food items. For example: Washes, peels, cuts and seeds vegetables and fruits; cleans, cuts and grinds meats, poultry and seafood; dips food items in crumbs, flour and batter to bread them; stirs and strains soups and sauces.
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Carries pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator. Ensures trays of food are replaced when empty. Assists customers.
• Stores foods in designated areas, maintaining an awareness of temperature requirements and potential for food spoilage.
• Other duties as requested.

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Performs other duties as assigned.