What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Station Cook position at North Carolina State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number PG195994TM
Position Number 47LINESTATIONCOOK0526
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
NC State Dining is seeking individuals to Join our Pack as a Line Station Cook. Successful candidates will receive instructions from the chef and other culinary professionals in a dining hall, food court or restaurant setting.
Essential job duties include:
NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 10 cafes, 3 food courts and 6 dining halls, 4 markets, 1 restaurant, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EPS and SHRA employees.
Is Time Limited No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Wolfpack Perks And Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Department Information
Job City & State Raleigh, NC
Department NC State Dining
System Information
Classification Title Temporary-Skilled Trades
Working Title Line Station Cook
Position Information
Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule Shifts are available from early morning to late nights including weekends. Please list your availability in the appropriate section of the application. Full- and part-time positions are available.
Other Work/Responsibilities
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required? No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range $15 per hour
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 05/18/2026
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/230718
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Position Information
Posting Number PG195994TM
Position Number 47LINESTATIONCOOK0526
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
NC State Dining is seeking individuals to Join our Pack as a Line Station Cook. Successful candidates will receive instructions from the chef and other culinary professionals in a dining hall, food court or restaurant setting.
Essential job duties include:
- Prepare food as per the standardized recipes and specifications.
- Perform small batch cooking and made to order items, display station set-up and service, transport cooked foods to hot boxes for line service.
- Provide support to the front of house operations with back-up food to ensure that there is no lag time between changing out food items.
- May work as a grill cook or a sushi cook by preparing either cook to order menu items or following standardized recipes ensuring excellent quality, appearance, and taste.
- May work as a prep-cook, by following the cook’s directions or according to the recipe, including the preparation of ingredients for recipes and production of food items.
- Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
- Check temperatures and proper storage of food items, and follow proper guidelines in the storage of food to prevent contamination and spoilage.
- Operate all kitchen equipment safety and as recommended by manufacturer.
- Perform necessary cleaning of utensils, work space, tables, shelves, and equipment in accordance with maintaining a Grade “A” Sanitation rating.
- Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.
NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 10 cafes, 3 food courts and 6 dining halls, 4 markets, 1 restaurant, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EPS and SHRA employees.
Is Time Limited No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Wolfpack Perks And Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
- Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Department Information
Job City & State Raleigh, NC
Department NC State Dining
System Information
Classification Title Temporary-Skilled Trades
Working Title Line Station Cook
Position Information
Requirements and Preferences
Work Schedule Shifts are available from early morning to late nights including weekends. Please list your availability in the appropriate section of the application. Full- and part-time positions are available.
Other Work/Responsibilities
- Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
- Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.
- High School Diploma or equivalency.
- Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.
- Be dependable and manage time efficiently.
- Ability to work proficiently in a busy kitchen is essential.
- Adapt to the changing customer volume level with a sense of urgency.
- Follow written and/or verbal instructions, and complete all tasks with excellence.
- Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and peers, and work cohesively as part of a team.
- Provide outstanding customer service, including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations.
- Knowledge of equipment, cooking methods, measurements and food safety.
- Ability to follow safety procedures. Will routinely handle sharp items such as knives and slicer blades as well as be around hot food items, food pans, ovens, fryers, steam tables, grills.
- This position requires standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing. Because of the nature of a food service operation and working in a kitchen, you must be able to work in extremely hot and cold conditions.
- Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Culinary Arts education (certificate, diploma or degree)
- One year of commercial cooking experience or previous grill and/or sushi cook experience
- Serve Safe certification
- Demonstrated understanding of proper food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required? No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment
Recruitment Details
Anticipated Hiring Range $15 per hour
Recruitment Dates
Job Open Date 05/18/2026
Applicant Information
Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/230718
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Salary : $15