Line Station Cook

Essential Job Duties | NC State Dining is seeking individuals to Join our Pack as a Line Station Cook . Successful candidates will receive instructions from the chef and other culinary professionals in a dining hall, food court or restaurant setting.

Essential job duties include:

• Prepare food as per the standardized recipes and specifications.
• Perform small batch cooking and made to order items, display station set-up and service, transport cooked foods to hot boxes for line service.
• Provide support to the front of house operations with back-up food to ensure that there is no lag time between changing out food items.
• May work as a grill cook or a sushi cook by preparing either cook to order menu items or following standardized recipes ensuring excellent quality, appearance, and taste.
• May work as a prep-cook, by following the cook’s directions or according to the recipe, including the preparation of ingredients for recipes and production of food items.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Check temperatures and proper storage of food items, and follow proper guidelines in the storage of food to prevent contamination and spoilage.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safety and as recommended by manufacturer.
• Perform necessary cleaning of utensils, work space, tables, shelves, and equipment in accordance with maintaining a Grade “A” Sanitation rating.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

This is an hourly position, that includes a State required 32-day break at the end of 11 months. Superior work performance may provide an opportunity to renew employment and/or advance into a benefits eligible permanent position.

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 EPS and SHRA employees.


Wolfpack Perks and Benefits | As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Position Information:

• Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule: Shifts are available from early morning to late nights including weekends. Please list your availability in the appropriate section of the application. Full- and part-time positions are available.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
• Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.

Department Required Skills:

• Be dependable and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work proficiently in a busy kitchen is essential.
• Adapt to the changing customer volume level with a sense of urgency.
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions, and complete all tasks with excellence.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and peers, and work cohesively as part of a team.
• Provide outstanding customer service, including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations.
• Knowledge of equipment, cooking methods, measurements and food safety.
• Ability to follow safety procedures. Will routinely handle sharp items such as knives and slicer blades as well as be around hot food items, food pans, ovens, fryers, steam tables, grills.
• This position requires standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing. Because of the nature of a food service operation and working in a kitchen, you must be able to work in extremely hot and cold conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• Culinary Arts education (certificate, diploma or degree)
• One year of commercial cooking experience or previous grill and/or sushi cook experience.
• Serve Safe certification.
• Demonstrated understanding of proper food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures.

EEO | NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected]. Persons with disabilities requesting accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919.515.3148 or send an email to [email protected] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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About North Carolina State University:

NC State is among the top 10 employers in North Carolina. Forbes annual survey of America’s best employers by state places NC State in ninth place in North Carolina. NC State embodies a culture that values collaboration, creativity, innovation, diversity, and teamwork. We provide a team-oriented culture, work/life balance, and work that makes a difference in our community, the state, and beyond. 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 unit shares a common goal: deliver quality and efficient services with dedicated financial support for student activity and scholarships. NC State’s Campus Enterprises division offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in retail, hospitality or related business functions in the rewarding setting of higher education.