Position Information
POSITION: Head Cook
LOCATION: Devils Lake, ND
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Must be eligible to work in the United States. There is no sponsorship for this position.
TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position.
BACKGROUND CHECK: LRSC does require a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to beginning employment.
JOB SUMMARY: The Baker / Special Events position supports the daily operations of Dining Services by preparing and serving high-quality meals, baked goods, desserts, salads, and catered food items in a safe, sanitary, and efficient manner. This position is responsible for food preparation, bakery production, salad bar setup and maintenance, catering support, cashier duties, inventory assistance, and supervision of student employees. The role helps ensure excellent customer service and dining experiences for students, employees, visitors, and campus events while maintaining compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards.
Minimum qualifications: include high school diploma or GED. A successful candidate without a high school diploma or GED must agree to enroll in the Adult Learning Center at LRSC and complete the GED within one year from the date of hire.
SALARY: $40,000 - $45,600 based on experience plus excellent benefit package
BENEFITS: Fully paid family or single health insurance, life insurance, sick leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, retirement, etc.
SCREENING STARTS: July 10, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out the LRSC employment application and information for three professional references.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.
EO/AA STATEMENT: Lake Region State College is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Lake Region State College will be hiring one (1) applicant for this position and will interview the top three (3) candidates. North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.
NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.