Lead Cook

Lead Cook

Position Number: 47

LEADCOOK
1225 | Posting Number: PG195634TM | Position Type:
Temporary |

Location:

Raleigh, NC | Job Open Date: 12/11/2025.

• Provide professional guidance and instructions to temporary Line Station Cooks and student Cooks.
• Prepare food as per the standardized recipes and specifications.
• Perform small batch cooking and made‑to‑order items, set up and service display stations, and transport cooked foods to hot boxes for line service.
• Provide support to front‑of‑house operations with back‑up food to ensure no lag time between changing out food items.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Perform specialty tasks such as display station set‑up and service, enhanced garnishing, recipe development, and event meal assistance.
• Check temperatures and proper storage of food items, following guidelines to prevent contamination and spoilage.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and as recommended by manufacturer.
• Perform necessary cleaning of utensils, work space, tables, shelves, and equipment to maintain a Grade “A” Sanitation rating.
• Participate in recipe development and event meal assistance.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met; may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

• Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
• Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.

• Previous cooking experience.
• Knowledge of equipment, cooking methods, measurements, food quality and appearance, and food safety.
• Dependable and able to manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work proficiently in a busy kitchen.
• Adapt to changing customer volume levels with a sense of urgency.
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions, completing all tasks with excellence.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and peers; work cohesively as part of a team.
• Provide outstanding customer service, remaining professional and respectful under pressure.
• Follow safety procedures; routinely handle sharp items and hot food equipment.
• Be able to stand for long periods, walk, bend, twist, pull, and push; work in extremely hot and cold conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Culinary Arts Education (certificate, diploma or degree).
• Two years of progressive culinary experience.
• Proficient at recipe preparation, short order and high‑volume cooking.
• Diverse culinary knowledge, including meat fabrication, various cuisines, measurements, and knife skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of proper food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Serv Safe certificate.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees.
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses.
• Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.
• Childcare discounts.
• Wellness & Recreation Membership.
• Wellness Programs that build a thriving Wolfpack community.

Shift availability: early morning to late nights including weekends; full‑ and part‑time positions available. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.