Head Cook 00466 | Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a Continuous Recruitment. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants will be notified when their application is no longer active. Continuous Recruitments may be closed at any time. CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources.

Address:

CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission.

Address:

600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm). In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

•Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Posting Details

Position Information Working Title Head Cook 00466

Role Title Food Service Technician II

Position Number 00466

FLSA Non Exempt

Appointment Type Full Time

Type of Posting General Public

Is Sensitive Position? No

If Sensitive Position, please paste statement Designated Personnel Yes

Responsible Employee This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty. If Designated Personnel, please paste statement This position is a "designated position," meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing. Statement of Economic Interest No

If Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statement Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? Yes

If Restricted Position, please paste statement This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding. Departmental Objective Our mission is to serve quality products with fast and friendly service in a clean atmosphere. Purpose of the Position Under the direction of Director of Catering/Executive Chef and Sous Chef Manager, this position oversees and participates in the planning and production, storage, rotation, and preparation of food items for Christopher Newport University's catering events. Additionally, this position will direct all kitchen activities to ensure food items are prepared as needed in appropriate quantities and according to established quality guidelines for customer needs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position Ability to read and write

Demonstrated basic math skills

Knowledge of all types of cooking methods and converting recipes

Knowledge of all kitchen equipment

Good organizational skills

Ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently

Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinates

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Ability to work in congested work areas

Ability to work in areas where wet processes are used

Ability to wear protective footwear

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced atmosphere

Ability to work independently at remote satellite kitchens or catering sites

Ability to work varying shifts to include early mornings, nights, and weekends

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required Education:

High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma.

Experience:

Experience working in a kitchen at any of the following establishments: fine dining restaurant, campus dining facility, hotel/resort, country club, or military food service facility. Additional Consideration(s)

Education:

Some culinary art school courses.

ServSafe certificate.

Valid driver's license.

Experience:

Supervisory experience. Salary Information Salary $35,477 to $44,346, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/. Role Code 79212

Conditions of Employment This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.

Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Ability to work in congested work areas

Ability to work in areas where wet processes are used

Ability to wear protective footwear

Ability to work varying shifts to include early mornings, nights, and weekends Is this position telework eligible? No

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer Physical/Cognitive Requirements Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Essential

Pushing/Pulling Essential

Standing Essential

Sitting Non-Applicable

Bending Essential

Walking Essential

Climbing Essential

Reaching Essential

Repetitive Motion Essential

List other physical requirements Emotional Demands Fast Pace Essential

Average Pace Essential

Multiple Priorities Essential

Intense Customer Interaction Marginal

Multiple Stimuli Essential

Frequency Changes Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands Memory Essential

Reasoning Essential

Hearing Essential

Reading Essential

Analyzing Essential

Logic Essential

Verbal Communication Essential

Written Communication Essential

List other mental/sensory requirements Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1262P

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Date 09/18/2026

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants This is a Continuous Recruitment. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants will be notified when their application is no longer active. Continuous Recruitments may be closed at any time. CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources.

Address:

CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission.

Address:

600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm). In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

•Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education. Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/21236

Advertising Text EEO/Diversity Statement(s) Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity. Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Request Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145. Alternative Hiring Process In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.

Note:

Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024. Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Background Check Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.