Cook Helper

Dartmouth College
Hanover, New Hampshire
Full Time

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Posting date 04/21/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1000271 Position Title Cook Helper Hiring Range Minimum $23.18/hr. Hiring Range Maximum $23.18/hr. Union Type SEIU SEIU Level A FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

Monday-Thursday 6am to 2:30pm, Friday 6:30am to 3pm. Saturday and Sunday off.

Location of Position

Hanover NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. NA Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

Under close supervision, assists with the preparation of food items regularly listed on the daily menu in the dining facilities and for catered functions. Works in any general cooking area where needed, e.g. grill station, breakfast, salad room, bakery shop, routine catered orders, etc. Receives on-the-job training in general food service and sanitation procedures and in proper use and cleaning of kitchen equipment and machinery.

Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Six months of relevant experience in food preparation; or the equivalent.
Food service experience in an institutional establishment is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures.
Willingness to assist with catering events.
Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work varied shifts and required overtime due to catering demands. Must be able to work two Saturdays/year.
Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR Department Contact Phone Number ... Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Amelia Heidenreich Department 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.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY.

OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 4/21/25 THROUGH 4/27/25.

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.

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Assists with the preparation of food items.
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. Stores foods in designated areas, maintaining an awareness of temperature requirements and potential for food spoilage.
Learns and follows safety precautions and proper food handling and storage procedures.
Cleans and properly stores kitchen equipment and machinery.
Checks refrigerators and freezers for safe food temperatures, notifies supervisor of unusual changes.

Percentage Of Time 95 Description

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College

Percentage Of Time 5

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

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