Prep Cook/Culinary Team-Temporary

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

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Working Title

Prep Cook/Culinary Team-Temporary

Location

Boone, NC

Position Number

N32330/N32370/N32332

Department

Campus Dining - Administration - 170310

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to interact effectively with coworkers and vendors of diverse ages, backgrounds, and interests.
Ability to work as a team member under rushed conditions without loss of efficiency or effectiveness.
Knowledge of kitchen safety and terminology.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions

Prep Cook and Culinary Support Staff serve in the areas of River Street Cafe, Park Place Cafe & the Commissary Kitchen

• Prepare food so that quality, taste and appearance of food is in accordance with Campus Dining standards.
• Prepares product based on the prediction of Cooks, Managers, and Supervisors.
• Checks and adjusts thermostat to regulate temperture of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, steam kettles, steamers, and fryers.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, fries, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking.
• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, using a probe thermometer and piercing with fork to determine that it is properly cooked.
• Carves meats, portions food on serving plates and buffet pans, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use.
• Butchers chickens, fish, and shellfish.
• Cuts, trims, and bones meat prior to cooking.
• Bakes bread, rolls, cakes, and pastry as needed.
• Control proper usage and rotation of food.
• Ensure food quality and appearance on buffet.
• Alert chef or direct supervisor to any food quality issues that could have an adverse effect on culinary operations.
• Maintain par levels of stock and prep of food items.
• Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas on a daily basis.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and sanitary workstation.
• Ensure food is prepared and plated within App State time frame.

Preferred Qualifications

Culinary experience in a professional kitchen. Culinary School/ACF Certification preferred.

Work Schedule/Hours

Schedule varies depending on business need and on unit. Some weekend work may be required.

Please note: Temporary positions and work schedules will vary from position to position depending on department’s needs. Hours per week may be full time or part time.

Number of Hours Per Week

20-40 (based on need)

Number of Months Per Year

11

Mandatory Staff

Yes

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hiring Range

$14-$19 per hour ; final hourly rate will be determined by the candidate's previous experience and skills

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Applicant Pool Preference

Internal (Campus-Wide-Does not go out on Web)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide a minimum of 3 professional references on the application and include all relevant work experience in your application. The final hourly rate will be determined by the candidate’s relevant experience and skills.

Applications will be reviewed by the Campus Dining supervisors based on employment needs and will contact prospective candidates to provide more details on the temporary position.

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Quick Link

https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56152

Posting Number

201501155P