Student Cook - Fall 2026

Campus Enterprises Dining Halls Job Opportunity

Campus Enterprises is NC State University's division of retail and hospitality organizations NC State Dining, NC State Stores, Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NC State Student Centers (Witherspoon and Talley), and the One Card Office. Each department is dedicated to providing service excellence, value and enrichment of the student experience in support of academic success.

Provide vital support to Campus Enterprises and NC State Dining by providing an excellent dining experience for all guests.

Compensation: Students will start at a training level of tier 1 at $11 per hour. Once they have demonstrated sufficient skills they will be eligible to be promoted to a tier 2 position at $12 per hour. In addition, eligible students will receive longevity raises based on years of service within Campus Enterprises. Dining and Catering employees earn free meals and are eligible for an end-of-semester bonus of up to $200.

Locations: Fountain, Case, Clark, or University Towers Dining Halls, Talley Pavilions, 1887 Bistro, Atrium Food Court or On The Oval Food Court. Applicants will have an opportunity to express their preference for location on the application.

Work Schedule: Flexible shifts that work around your class schedule. Hours vary by location and may include weekends and evenings

Federal Work-Study Eligible

Essential functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work in an energetic environment to prep, serve and restock food items
• Under the direction of culinary staff, prepare small-batch cooking in a high volume food service operation. This includes tasks such as cutting, sauteing and toasting.
• Actively participate in training to learn how to produce food following detailed, standardized recipes
• Create standardized recipes and assemble basic ingredients for chefs to use in preparing dishes
• Adhere to verbal directions meticulously to uphold the exceptional appearance and flavor of the food.
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests
• Assist with weekly and monthly cleaning of the kitchen and production area
• Help to maintain temperature and sanitation to ensure food safety and assist units in maintaining a Grade A sanitation of 95% or better.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Current NC State University student with a flexible schedule
• Willingness to handle and serve all types of food (including meat products)
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and follow both written and verbal instructions and recipes to efficiently and accurately assemble menu items.
• Ability to work with a team and effectively communicate.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must attend mandatory student employee orientation and training sessions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior culinary experience is welcome but not necessary.
• Willing to make a multi-semester commitment to NC State Dining and interest in advancing to higher tier culinary positions based on training and performance

Learn, Grow and Earn More:

• Gain experience, grow your skills and get promoted
• Earn annual raises
• Connect with other students beyond the classroom
• Stand out to future employers
• Build strong relationships with supervisors who can serve as references

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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