What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Cook 00542 position at Inside Higher Ed?
Working Title:
Head Cook 00542
Role Title:
Food Service Technician II
Position Number:
00542
FLSA:
Non Exempt
Appointment Type:
Full Time
Type Of Posting:
General Public
Is Sensitive Position?:
No
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
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:
In support of Christopher Newport University’s mission, the mission of CNU Dining Services is to provide CNU students with the highest quality in food and dining experiences. In doing so, we are committed to providing fast and customer-friendly services and to provide clean and positive atmospheres throughout the Dining Services operations. Other important components of our mission are to create and cultivate an inclusive environment that helps support places on campus, beyond the classrooms, where intellectual inquiry may occur and in which social and civic values are fostered. The mission further extends to providing for meaningful, pleasant, and memorable dining experiences, including special theme meals dining events, in support of inclusivity and other civic values of CNU, as well as that add to the quality of the cultural life of the CNU community and the Commonwealth, as welcoming gathering places for students, faculty, staff and guests. In addition, Dining Services aspires to provide high levels of excellence and professionalism in rendering superior customer-focused services to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors of the University, with close attention to detail and with a caring and concerned approach, targeted at delivering outstanding results in serving customer needs and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Purpose Of The Position:
Under the direction of the Food Service Manager I, oversees and participates in the planning, production, storage, rotation, and preparation of food items, for the services of students and special event meals.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position:
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :
Additional Consideration(s):
Starting at $34,277, 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:
No
Essential
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):
Moderate Lifting (20-50 Lbs.):
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):
Pushing/Pulling:
Standing:
Sitting:
Non-Applicable
Bending:
Walking:
Climbing:
Reaching:
Repetitive Motion:
Fast Pace:
Average Pace:
Multiple Priorities:
Intense Customer Interaction:
Multiple Stimuli:
Memory:
Frequency Changes:
Reasoning:
Hearing:
Reading:
Analyzing:
Logic:
Verbal Communication:
Written Communication:
Posting Number:
PS1204P
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Posting Date:
03/27/2026
Closing Date:
06/14/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicants:
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/20575
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.
Head Cook 00542
Role Title:
Food Service Technician II
Position Number:
00542
FLSA:
Non Exempt
Appointment Type:
Full Time
Type Of Posting:
General Public
Is Sensitive Position?:
No
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
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:
In support of Christopher Newport University’s mission, the mission of CNU Dining Services is to provide CNU students with the highest quality in food and dining experiences. In doing so, we are committed to providing fast and customer-friendly services and to provide clean and positive atmospheres throughout the Dining Services operations. Other important components of our mission are to create and cultivate an inclusive environment that helps support places on campus, beyond the classrooms, where intellectual inquiry may occur and in which social and civic values are fostered. The mission further extends to providing for meaningful, pleasant, and memorable dining experiences, including special theme meals dining events, in support of inclusivity and other civic values of CNU, as well as that add to the quality of the cultural life of the CNU community and the Commonwealth, as welcoming gathering places for students, faculty, staff and guests. In addition, Dining Services aspires to provide high levels of excellence and professionalism in rendering superior customer-focused services to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors of the University, with close attention to detail and with a caring and concerned approach, targeted at delivering outstanding results in serving customer needs and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Purpose Of The Position:
Under the direction of the Food Service Manager I, oversees and participates in the planning, production, storage, rotation, and preparation of food items, for the services of students and special event meals.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position:
- Ability to read and write.
- Basic math skills.
- Knowledge of all types of cooking methods.
- Ability to read and comprehend recipes, lists, and production needs.
- Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment.
- Ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinates.
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.
- Ability to work in congested work areas.
- Ability to work in areas where wet processes are used.
- Ability to wear protective footwear.
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :
- High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
- Experience in a high volume kitchen
Additional Consideration(s):
- Some Culinary Art School courses
- ServSafe certified or equivalent food handler program
- Supervisory experience
- Experience with implementing or adhering to safety procedures
- Knowledgeable in sanitation protocols and/or maintaining cleanliness standards
- Experience writing menus and/or developing recipes
- Experience reading and comprehending prep lists and large-scale production needs
- Experience in a high volume kitchen in an educational/institutional setting
Starting at $34,277, 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 work in congested work areas.
- Ability to work in areas where wet processes are used.
- Ability to wear protective footwear.
No
Essential
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):
Moderate Lifting (20-50 Lbs.):
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):
Pushing/Pulling:
Standing:
Sitting:
Non-Applicable
Bending:
Walking:
Climbing:
Reaching:
Repetitive Motion:
Fast Pace:
Average Pace:
Multiple Priorities:
Intense Customer Interaction:
Multiple Stimuli:
Memory:
Frequency Changes:
Reasoning:
Hearing:
Reading:
Analyzing:
Logic:
Verbal Communication:
Written Communication:
Posting Number:
PS1204P
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Posting Date:
03/27/2026
Closing Date:
06/14/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicants:
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/20575
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.
Salary : $34,277