What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counterworker. position at Dartmouth College?
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date 06/08/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 0303000
Position Title Counterworker
Hiring Range Minimum $23.00
Hiring Range Maximum $23.00
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
Location of Position
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. n/a
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
To perform a variety of food preparation and serving tasks in busy, popular cafe.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Kristopher Piquette Collis Manager
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86020
Key Accountabilities
Description
Note: Employee may be assigned to primary duty of cashier or food service counterworker.
Food Service
Description
Cashier
Description
Maintenance
Description
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
Position Information
Posting date 06/08/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 0303000
Position Title Counterworker
Hiring Range Minimum $23.00
Hiring Range Maximum $23.00
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
Location of Position
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. n/a
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position Purpose
To perform a variety of food preparation and serving tasks in busy, popular cafe.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
- Six months of relevant experience in food service operations.
- Food service experience in an institutional establishment preferred.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to apply customer relations procedures and policies.
- Good attention to detail; neat appearance.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Familiarity with sanitary procedures relating to food preparation.
- Basic understanding of cleanliness procedures and general sanitation regulations.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- May work varied shifts and overtime.
- Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Kristopher Piquette Collis Manager
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86020
Key Accountabilities
Description
Note: Employee may be assigned to primary duty of cashier or food service counterworker.
Food Service
- Replenishes beverages, portioned items, hot food, salad and sandwich bars, bulk ingredients (cooking supplies) and baked goods.
- Serves any or all food items in a prompt, courteous manner, following correct sanitary guidelines and portion control measures.
- Prepares a limited number of food items such as vegetables, fruit salads, pre-made sandwiches and omelets.
Description
Cashier
- Operates cash register to itemize and total customer’s purchases.
- Reviews price sheets to note price changes and sale items.
- Scans item to record price and totals purchases on cash register.
- Collects cash, check, or student multiple charge system payment from customer and makes change for cash transactions.
- Maintains awareness to potential shoplifting and practices prevention techniques.
- Counts money in cash drawer and starts up and closes out the register at beginning and end of work shift.
- Identifies items not accepted by the scanner.
Description
Maintenance
- Washes dishes both by-hand and using a commercial dishwasher.
- Sweeps and mops cafe serving area and empties trash as needed.
- Cleans table-tops in the cafe proper.
Description
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
- Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
- Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College
- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Salary : $23