Cook Helper

overview

position details

position information

posting date 11/17/2025

closing date open until filled

position number 0408000

position title cook helper

hiring range minimum $23.99

hiring range maximum $23.99

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 schedule: tuesday-monday; 12:30pm to 9:00pm. Tuesday and wednesday off

location of position hanover, nh 03755

remote work eligibility? onsite only

is this a term position? no

if yes, length of term in months. n/a

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 this is a year round position

• 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.
• must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: hazard communication

required qualifications - education and yrs exp 1-2 years of experience

• 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.
• high school graduate or the equivalent.

• 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.
• commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

department contact for recruitment inquiries admin hr services

department contact phone number 6-3323

department contact for cover letter and title chris kaschak

department contact's phone number

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.

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.

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