Job Description

This posting is for multiple positions and locations. To be considered for either or both locations, you MUST apply on our website by using one or both links:

• Fountain Dining Hall:
• Talley Student Union:

About 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.

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. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical Dental , and Vision
• Tuition and Academic Assistance

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, 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.

Essential Job Duties: Bring your passion for food and teamwork to NC State Dining. 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).

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Requisition products needed to produce recipes.
• Help check in, store, and move food supplies prior to and during production.
• Work with front of house staff to serve food and coordinate the flow of food from production to customers.
• Keep track of food levels and orders during meal time to ensure timely service.
• Ensure food prep and staff are ready for service, daily food preparation list are completed, and proper rotation of products.
• Demonstrate cooking tasks to student and temporary employees.
• Perform necessary cleaning of utensils, workplace, tables, shelves, and equipment and communicate cleaning assignments to other back of house 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.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum Experience/Education: Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

• Basic culinary and knife skills, including an understanding of culinary terms and practical application.
• Culinary experience in fine dining, fast casual, multi-unit restaurants, or college/university settings.
• Previous team leadership experience.
• Proficiency with computers and the ability to learn and use email.
• 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.

EEO | 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.

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.

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