Cook III Bowdoin College, United States 8 days ago

Location:

Brunswick, MAINE

Deadline:

; Posting Details Title Cook III Posting Number

S01559JP

Department Dining Service - Thorne Hall Job Summary Under the general direction of the Head Chef and Assistant Chefs, and with guidance from Cook Is and Cook IIs in Thorne Hall, the Cook III is an entry level position providing support in food preparation and production.

These include:

Preparation of ingredients in recipes for both hot and cold food production. Assisting with catering function set-ups and preparation. Operating cold food prep and short-order cooking equipment . Maintaining workspace in a clean and sanitary manner. Serving or replenishing foods on the hot and cold serving lines. Reading recipes and preparing to specifications. This position has a regular work schedule of Monday through Thursday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Friday & Saturday off, Sunday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Hourly rate for this position is $21.35/per hour New employees in Campus Dining will receive a $500 Sign-Bonus!

BENEFITS AND PERKS

A variety of health insurance plans (Medical - effective date of hire, Vision, Dental) Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required! Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off:

10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year), 12 days of personal/sick time (PTO accruals based on hours worked).

Paid Holidays and Special Days Off:

bowdoin/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service) Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household members)

Education/Skills Requirements Required:

High school diploma or equivalent. Demonstrated reliability and ability to work quickly and efficiently. Must be able to work independently within a team atmosphere. Must demonstrate good personal hygiene practices. Self-motivated, possess good decision making, and organizational skills Commitment to customer service. Ability to multi-task and follow written and oral direction. Ability and drive to learn new tasks Ability to work independently within a team atmosphere

Preferred:

Culinary Degree and demonstrated understanding of basic cooking techniques and their application in catering and/or institutional settings. Experience Requirements and/or

Equivalents Required:

Minimum of 1 years of experience in kitchen production or food service This position is subject to a pre-placement physical and criminal background check.

Preferred:

ServSafe Certification (Dining employees will be provided training within their first six months to become certified) Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire. Standard Work Days and Hours This is an onsite, full-time, academic year-round position, working 40 hours per week for 38 weeks per year (0.73 FTE). The role includes occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, and weather emergencies, as well as coverage during major college events such as Parents Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions. An academic year-round employee works from August through May and is not scheduled to work during winter, spring, or summer breaks. The regular work schedule for this position is from Monday through Thursday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Friday and Saturday off, and Sunday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions. Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related). #bcindeed About Bowdoin Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors. We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston. Shift First Shift Employment Category Full Time Academic Year

FTE 0.73

Benefits Eligible Yes Pay Type Hourly ground Check Package Requirements Support Staff Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? No Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? Yes Posting Date 06/17/2026 Applications Accepted Until Open Until Filled No Type of Posting Internal/External Special Instructions to Applicants If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference. EEO Information Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.