Cook 2 | Shields Athletic Dining Facility
About The Position
The University of Notre Dame is hiring a full-time Cook 2 for the Shields Athletic Dining Facility in its Campus Dining department. The position is part of the University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety division, which oversees event management, hospitality, customer service, and support for student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and University celebrations. Reporting to the Sous Chef, the Cook 2 is a skilled back-of-house culinary position that prepares and cooks food according to established recipes, production schedules, and ND Dining standards. The role works with moderate independence and requires consistent execution, solid technical skills, and the ability to operate across multiple stations. The Cook 2 supports daily kitchen operations while continuing to develop advanced culinary capabilities.
Requirements
- Availability to work 1–9 PM.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Relevant culinary or foodservice experience.
- Working knowledge of basic cooking methods and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work with moderate independence in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
Nice To Haves
- Formal culinary training or coursework.
- Experience in high-volume or institutional dining.
- Experience working across multiple kitchen stations.
- Interest in pursuing ACF certification.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes and production needs.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, taste, and portioning.
- Support multiple stations and assist with service execution.
- Monitor station readiness and food levels.
- Collaborate with and set an example for Cook 1 team members.
- Assist in onboarding and reinforcing recipes and procedures.
- Follow direction from the Sous Chef and support team workflow.
- Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
- Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of food products.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
- Assist with inventory awareness and product usage.
- Communicate shortages or issues to the Sous Chef.
- Support waste reduction practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
