Cook 2 | Legends

TLDR

Manage a designated kitchen station, prepare a variety of menu items, and maintain food quality in a dynamic environment while supporting the university's hospitality operations.

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for a full-time Cook 2 within Legends in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES Division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Cook 2

As a Cook 2, you'll manage a designated station (e.g., grill, sauté, fryer) and prepare a wider range of menu items. This role requires solid cooking proficiency and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately and consistently prepare and cook food items on your assigned station, ensuring proper presentation.
  • Set up and break down your station with all necessary tools, ingredients, and supplies before and after service.
  • Monitor food quality to ensure all items meet restaurant standards before they're served.
  •  Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff to coordinate timing and maintain smooth service flow.
  • Manage inventory by rotating stock, labeling, dating products, and minimizing food waste through proper handling.

The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ranked #1 on the Forbes Best Large Employer list, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where you’ll feel welcomed, supported, and truly valued as part of our beloved community.

  • Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
  • Positive, respectful, and committed to the schedule you create
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
  • Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 25 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height
  • Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

Salary
$18 per hour
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