Cook
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194699SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
CookAnticipated Hiring Range
$37,440 - $38,789Work Schedule
40 hours per week; work hours may vary based on business needs; work schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays. May be required to work some overtime.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
NC State DiningAbout the Department
Campus Enterprises is NC State University’s division of retail and hospitality organizations — NC State Dining, NC State Stores, Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NC State Student Centers (Witherspoon and Talley), and the One Card Office. Each department is dedicated to providing service excellence, value and enrichment of the student experience in support of academic success.
NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 11 cafes, 3 food courts and 6 dining halls, 3 markets, 2 restaurants, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EHRA and SHRA employees.
NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 11 cafes, 3 food courts and 6 dining halls, 3 markets, 2 restaurants, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EHRA and SHRA employees.
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What we offer:
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuitionand Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
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Essential Job Duties
Bring your passion for food and teamwork to NC State Dining, we are hiring two cooks for our Dining Operations! As a Cook at NC State Dining, you’ll be part of a team that brings quality, care, and consistency to every meal served on campus. In this fast-paced, hands-on role, you’ll prepare food using standard recipes, maintain food stations, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen environment. You’ll work with a variety of cooking methods—roasting, grilling, frying, steaming, and boiling—and use commercial kitchen equipment with confidence and precision.
You’ll be responsible for accurate food preparation, maintaining proper product rotation, and supporting smooth service by coordinating with front-of-house staff. Your ability to follow instructions, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly with teammates and supervisors will be key to your success. This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 60 pounds, work in hot and cold conditions, and safely handle sharp tools and hot surfaces (all with our without reasonable accommodations).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and execute recipes to meet daily menu requirements.
- Requisition, receive, and organize food supplies for production.
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth food service and customer satisfaction.
- Monitor food levels and orders during meal service to maintain timely delivery.
- Input production data into the C-Bord system when needed.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and workspaces; assign cleaning tasks to team members.
- Ensure food prep areas are ready for service and that daily prep lists and product rotation are completed.
- Provide direction to food service technicians, temporary staff, and student employees.
If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and thrive in a dynamic environment where professionalism, adaptability, and customer service matter, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the heart of campus life.
Other Responsibilities
- Model the Division’s mission and values and foster a positive, cohesive workplace and congeniality among co-workers.
- Understand the goals and culture of the organization, and understand how employees’ work activities, teamwork, and customer service impact clients. Work with your supervisor and colleagues to understand these goals and the culture.
- Adhere to all University policies, procedures, and regulations, and Division standard operating practices and protocols.
- Due to operational needs of the NC State Dining department, an employee may be assigned to work in any NC State Dining department including, but not limited to special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met.
Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Some positions may require certification by the Department of Correction.
Some positions may require certification by the Department of Correction.
Other Required Qualifications
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Certificate from an accredited culinary program.
- Culinary experience in fine dining, fast casual, multi-unit restaurants, or college/university settings.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn new software systems.
- Allergen awareness and training.
Required License or Certification
- ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment, and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
09/22/2025Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
09/26/2025Notice to Applicants
List ALL relevant work history on your application. If you submit a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.
Position Number
00103185Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Food Services TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
AdvancedPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 35,845 - $ 44,237Salary Grade Equivalency
GN03Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
471501 - Dining and Catering OperationsEEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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