Cook Helper

4 months ago


Hanover, United States Dartmouth College Full time

**Please see Special Instructions for more details.**

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 12.30pm-9.00pm; Sunday/Monday off. This is a year round position.

In accordance with federal requirements and guidance, all Dartmouth College employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive a qualifying medical or religious exemption from vaccination. Every offer of employment made is contingent upon submission of appropriate documentation evidencing either vaccination against COVID-19 or the receipt of an approved exemption. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment. Visit to review the policy and for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with this policy is a condition of employment. Position Title Cook Helper Location of Position Class of 1953 Commons

5 Mass Row

Hanover, NH

03755 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 Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp 1-2 years of experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

* 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.

Preferred Qualifications

* 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.

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 12.30pm-9.00pm; Sunday/Monday off. This is a year round position.

In accordance with federal requirements and guidance, all Dartmouth College employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 or receive a qualifying medical or religious exemption from vaccination. Every offer of employment made is contingent upon submission of appropriate documentation evidencing either vaccination against COVID -19 or the receipt of an approved exemption. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment. Visit to review the policy and for details and information on requesting an exemption and/or reasonable accommodation. Compliance with this policy is a condition of employment. Description

* 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.

* Other duties as required.

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