Assistant Cook

Overview

Working Title: Assistant Cook 00302

Role

Title:

Food Service Technician I

Position Number: 00302

FLSA: Non Exempt

Appointment Type: Full Time

Type Of Posting: General Public

Is Sensitive Position? No

Designated Personnel: Yes

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, Please Paste Statement: This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement Of Economic Interest: No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? Yes

If Restricted Position, Please Paste Statement: This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

In support of Christopher Newport University’s mission, the dining services aim to provide high quality food and dining experiences, fast and customer-friendly service, and a clean, inclusive atmosphere. The mission emphasizes inclusivity and civic values while delivering outstanding customer-focused services to the university community.

Under the direction of the Food Service Manager and First Cook, this position prepares and produces assigned menu items by reading and comprehending recipes. It also assigns and monitors jobs of subordinate personnel and may perform other duties including serving and cleaning.

• Ability to read and write
• Demonstrated basic math skills
• Knowledge of cooking methods by reading and converting recipes
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to supervisors and subordinates
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures
• Ability to work in congested work areas and areas with wet processes
• Ability to wear protective footwear
• Ability to work from 12 pm – 8:30 pm

• High school graduate or equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma

• Experience in a high volume kitchen environment

• Serv Safe certified or equivalent certified food handler certificate
• Some Culinary Arts School or equivalent practical experience of 10 or more years

• Supervisory experience
• Experience working in a university or institutional setting
• Experience in menu planning and recipe development
• Experience working with commercial kitchen equipment

Starting at $32,672, Commensurate with Education and Experience

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and various leave types. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Role Code: 79211

Posting Number: PS1175P

Number Of Vacancies: 1

Posting Date: 12/02/2025

Closing Date: 02/15/2026

Open Until Filled: No

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in the job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606.

Public computers are available at nearby libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission.

To be considered, provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements. Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Direct Access To Posting

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is committed to access and opportunity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. For accommodation requests, contact the CNU Human Resources Office at .

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU-sponsored background check and, after acceptance of employment, complete a USCIS Form I-9 with documentation. Verification will be conducted through the E-Verify system.