Cook

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Food Production, Food Safety, Food Services, Football, Health Department, Interpersonal Skills, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Operational Support, Problem Solving Skills, Resolve Customer Issues, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Motivation, Team Player
LOCATION
Boone, NC
POSTED
6 days ago

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.

Position Summary Information

Classification Title Food Services Technician-ASU Working Title Cook Location Boone, NC Job Category 8 Position Number 039481 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

Department Campus Dining - Sanford Commons - 170380 Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of the Food Service Technician is to perform a range of highly skilled services to support the operations of the unit.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all functions.

License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions

Duties include preparing sub shop and pizza shop for daily service; delegating to student employee; filling in as needed in the coffee venue; assisting in the service of food to customers; working in the sub shop, pizza shop, and coffee shop; and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. All ASU Food Service employees are required to work during home football games or any other special campus event as needed. Campus work location may vary depending on the event.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

This position requires the knowledge of culinary principles, practices, and procedures of food service production. Basic math skills and ability to scale recipes. Knowledge of NC Health Department food and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer Food Service experience in a commercial kitchen

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Knowledge-Technical: Prepare foods according to recipes and modified diet requirements. Inspects the finished product for flavor, temperature, and appearance. Ensure the proper temperature of food is reached and maintained. Control food waste and product quality through accurate weighing, measuring, and combining ingredients. Correctly label and date foods. Organize, stock, and clean the kitchen/unit. Follow all applicable health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Interpersonal Skills: Work as a team member, developing and maintaining effective working relationships. Interacts with others in the work area in a respectful manner that encourages communication and the accomplishment of work tasks. Leads and motivates co-workers and helps others learn and problem-solve. Crosses work units when problem-solving by assisting or working in other dining locations as needed.

Customer Service: Greet customers. Respond to customer needs promptly and respectfully. Answer questions and provide accurate information about menu items, meal programs, campus directions, or any other customer concern. Represent the dining location Responds to and resolves customer complaints in a positive manner using proper judgment.

Type of Position Permanent Full-Time Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours

7:00 am - 4:00 pm; Weekend Work required, typically off one weekday and rotating weekend days. Summer hours vary Employee may be required to work at least three home football games and/or any other special campus event. Schedules will be adjusted as needed to provide coverage for these events.

Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff Yes Physical Demands of Position

Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Overall Competency Level Contributing Salary Grade Equivalency Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range $35,845

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

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 07/14/2026 Closing Date 08/02/2026 Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies. Special Instructions to Applicants Search Chair Name Anna Loggins Search Chair Email Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55112 Posting Number 201503001P

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Appalachian State University