Cook Helper

position title

cook helper at dartmouth college, hanover, nh 03755. Employment category: regular full time, flsa status: non‑exempt.

this position offers two available schedules:

• schedule 1: wednesday‑saturday 11:00 am–9:30 pm (sunday, monday & tuesday off)
• schedule 2: sunday‑tuesday & thursday 11:00 am–9:30 pm (wednesday, friday & saturday off)

hanover, nh 03755. Remote work eligibility: onsite only.

under close supervision, the cook helper assists with the preparation of food items regularly listed on the daily menu in dining facilities and for catered functions. Works in any general cooking area where needed, such as grill station, breakfast, salad room, bakery shop, and routine catered orders. Receives on‑the‑job training in general food service and sanitation procedures, and in proper use & 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 servsafe 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 completed hazard communication training before performing related work.

• 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 awareness of temperature requirements and preventing 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 and notifies supervisor of unusual changes.

• demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• participates in division‑wide ceb initiatives and training, including the promotion of the seven principles (empathy, fairness, dependability, inclusivity, consideration, vulnerability and respect).
• collaborates on other ceb‑related initiatives within the division and college.
• performs other duties as assigned.

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 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 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.

campus services hr – phone: 603‑646‑3561

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 11/10/25 through 11/18/2025. 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.

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