Dickinson College
Posting Details
Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a "most livable city" by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.
Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of Benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee's base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee's retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.
In our ongoing efforts to support the health of our community, Dickinson College strongly encourages all members of the campus community to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link button above. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.
Position Information
Posting Number
S01764
Position Title
Cook
Working Title
Cook
Position Number
Position Type
Non-exempt
Division and Department Information
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
Dining Services
Posting Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
This is a hands-on food production position. The cook must have the ability to work in all production stations in the kitchen, dining room, and service line. Duties include quality food preparation through the use of standardized recipes; assisting the chef with recipe validation by verifying quantities of ingredients, used, methods used, and resulting yield; and cleaning and maintaining appliances, production utensils, and work areas.
duties Include:
Preferred Qualifications
Required: High School Diploma or GED with 1-3 years of related experience.
Preferred: Vocational or technical certificate/degree in Culinary Arts
Current ServSafe certification or obtain certification within one year
A valid Driver's Licence is required. Employees (operators) must have been in possession of a valid operator's license for not less than three (3) years and the license must have been in good standing without interruption during that time period.
No
Successful candidate will also be required to complete ACT 153 Clearance
No
This position is considered "Emergency Staff." As such they may be required to report to work even when the college is closed or is operating under a delayed start.
Yes
Physical Demands
This position requires the employee to stand for prolong periods of time. Employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds as needed. Ability to use hands and fingers to manipulate equipment, knives and food products. Must be able to see-including color distinction, smell, and taste.
Work Schedule
Advertised Work Schedule
Hours vary depending on business needs. This position will work both day and evening shifts starting as early as 5:30 a.m. and working as late as 10:00 p.m. for a total of 40 hours. Days off will vary depending on business needs.
Number of hours/day
Number of hours/week
Proposed Start Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
07/03/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Closing Date
Application Review Begin Date
Is this a Temporary Position?
No
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full Time
If Full-Time, please specify
12 month full-time (52 weeks)
If Part-Time, please specify
Not Applicable
EEO/Diversity Statement
The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.
Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a "most livable city" by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.
Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of Benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee's base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee's retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.
In our ongoing efforts to support the health of our community, Dickinson College strongly encourages all members of the campus community to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link button above. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.
Position Information
Posting Number
S01764
Position Title
Cook
Working Title
Cook
Position Number
Position Type
Non-exempt
Division and Department Information
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
Dining Services
Posting Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
This is a hands-on food production position. The cook must have the ability to work in all production stations in the kitchen, dining room, and service line. Duties include quality food preparation through the use of standardized recipes; assisting the chef with recipe validation by verifying quantities of ingredients, used, methods used, and resulting yield; and cleaning and maintaining appliances, production utensils, and work areas.
duties Include:
- Produces high quality food products by using approved cooking methods and by following standardized recipes.
- Accurately completes production sheets for all items produced in a timely manner (same day; preferably at end of meal).
- Works at action stations on the line, in the dining hall, and at events as assigned and prepares food quickly, with high quality, in a pleasant and entertaining manner.
- Ensures safety of self and others by following best practices defined by ServSafe, HACCP steps, and OSHA and college policies and procedures.
- Performs pre-meal/advanced preparation and JIT production using all the following methods of food production: broil, bake, stew, braise, roast, grill, sauté, and deep fry; also slices, dices, chops, mixes, marinates, and blends.
- Responsible for producing assigned foods; directing servers on proper portion size and service techniques/utensils/plating of assigned foods; and ensures assigned food is garnished and presented in an attractive manner.
- Cooperates with and supports all other employees and departments as needed. Performs any other duties as requested by management.
- This position is designated as "emergency response personnel". "Emergency response personnel" are required to report to work when the college is delayed or closed. They may also be called in at any time of the day to respond to weather and/or other types of emergencies as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Required: High School Diploma or GED with 1-3 years of related experience.
Preferred: Vocational or technical certificate/degree in Culinary Arts
Current ServSafe certification or obtain certification within one year
A valid Driver's Licence is required. Employees (operators) must have been in possession of a valid operator's license for not less than three (3) years and the license must have been in good standing without interruption during that time period.
No
Successful candidate will also be required to complete ACT 153 Clearance
No
This position is considered "Emergency Staff." As such they may be required to report to work even when the college is closed or is operating under a delayed start.
Yes
Physical Demands
This position requires the employee to stand for prolong periods of time. Employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds as needed. Ability to use hands and fingers to manipulate equipment, knives and food products. Must be able to see-including color distinction, smell, and taste.
Work Schedule
Advertised Work Schedule
Hours vary depending on business needs. This position will work both day and evening shifts starting as early as 5:30 a.m. and working as late as 10:00 p.m. for a total of 40 hours. Days off will vary depending on business needs.
Number of hours/day
Number of hours/week
Proposed Start Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
07/03/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Closing Date
Application Review Begin Date
Is this a Temporary Position?
No
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full Time
If Full-Time, please specify
12 month full-time (52 weeks)
If Part-Time, please specify
Not Applicable
EEO/Diversity Statement
The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.