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.
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.
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.
- Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Campus Services HR
Department Contact Phone Number
6-3561
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Campus Services HR
Department Contact's Phone Number
6-3323
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Background Check
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.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
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 (6.29.2026) THROUGH (7.6.2026).
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. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Schedule: 6pm-2:30am, Sunday-Thursday; Friday/Saturday off
