Cook Helper

Cook Helper

Inside Higher Ed

Location:

Hanover, NH 03755

Employment type:

Regular Full Time

Schedule:

2 available schedules:
Wednesday‑Saturday 11:00 am‑9:30 pm (Sunday, Monday & Tuesday off);
Sunday‑Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 am‑9:30 pm (Wednesday, Friday & Saturday off). 12‑month or 9‑month position with a 3‑month hiatus.

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.

High School or equivalency.

• Food service experience in an institutional establishment is preferred.
• High School graduate with six months of relevant experience in food preparation; or the equivalent.
• Ability to pass required Serv Safe and Allertrain trainings.

• Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
• Familiarity with standard cooking methods and procedures.
• Ability to read, understand and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to follow customer relations policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; works varied shifts and requires overtime.
• Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:
  Hazard Communication.

• 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.

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
• Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB‑related initiatives within the division and College.
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Union positions are available to SEIU union members only during the first week of posting (11/10/2025 – 11/18/2025). After one week, if not filled internally, it is open to the general public and other members of the Dartmouth community.

Campus Services HR – Phone: 603‑646‑3561

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.

Department Contact:
Campus Services HR – Phone: 603‑646‑3561