Cook Helper

Cook Helper 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. Special Instructions 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 6/29/2026 THROUGH 7/6/2026. 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: Schedule 6pm-2:30am, Sunday-Thursday; Friday/Saturday off. Location Hanover, NH – Class of 1953 Commons Union SEIU Level A Responsibilities Assists with the preparation of food items. Washes, peels, cuts, and seasons 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. Required Qualifications – Education and Experience 1-2 years of experience in food preparation or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities One year of relevant experience in food preparation; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Food service experience in an institutional establishment is preferred. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of basic sanitation regulations and proper food protection procedures. Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures. Ability to read, understand and follow recipes. Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures. Basic math and measurement skills. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Willingness to work varied shifts and overtime as required. Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community. Training Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: Hazard Communication. Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. 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 are welcome from all. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr