Job Description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for part time Cooks within Three Leaf Catering within our campus Hospitality department. The UOES Division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Three Leaf Catering is the premier catering service at the University of Notre Dame, dedicated to delivering exceptional food and hospitality experiences across campus. Three Leaf Catering serves a wide range of events from intimate gatherings and student functions to large-scale university banquets while upholding the values of excellence, community, and sustainability. Our team is passionate about crafting memorable culinary experiences that reflect the spirit and tradition of Notre Dame. Working with Three Leaf Catering means being part of a dynamic, service-focused environment committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Cook 2

As a Cook 2, you'll manage a designated station (e.g., grill, sauté, fryer) and prepare a wider range of menu items. This role requires solid cooking proficiency and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately and consistently prepare and cook food items on your assigned station, ensuring proper presentation.
• Set up and break down your station with all necessary tools, ingredients, and supplies before and after service.
• Monitor food quality to ensure all items meet restaurant standards before they're served.
• Communicate effectively with other kitchen staff to coordinate timing and maintain smooth service flow.
• Manage inventory by rotating stock, labeling, dating products, and minimizing food waste through proper handling.

The University of Notre Dame is proud to be ranked \ #1 on the Forbes Best Large Employer list, a recognition that reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where you’ll feel welcomed, supported, and truly valued as part of our beloved community.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision
• Positive, respectful, and committed to being timely
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time).
• Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

Preferred Qualifications

• Education Qualifications: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: 2 years
• Confident and efficient in chopping, slicing, dicing, and portioning proteins.
• Familiarity with sautéing, grilling, baking, frying, broiling, blanching, etc.
• Ability to follow prep lists and recipes accurately and independently.
• Understands basic plating techniques and portion control.

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $18.50/hr

Position Closing Date: 8/7/2025

At Notre Dame, we know our impact depends on exceptional people, people like you. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming community. In keeping with our mission, we encourage applications from all who will help build and strengthen our beloved community. We strive to empower every employee to flourish, knowing your success propels Notre Dame to new heights of impact.