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Assistant Chef (Cook) - Shoals Marine Laboratory
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Operating Title
Assistant Chef (Cook) - Shoals Marine LaboratorySummary of Position
• Regular duties include participation in cleaning, dishwashing, food preparation, food transportation, and food storage.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe operating environment of SML kitchen at all times.
•Provide exemplary customer service.
• Maintain a keen focus on sustainability and food waste reduction.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, researchers, and visitors.
• Implement initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Expected to be available for consultation and emergency response at all times, on days scheduled to be working, and while on SML property and vessels.
• Serve as a crew member on board a commercial vessel.
• Other duties as assigned.
• $23/hour, typical 40 hour week with occasional overtime.
• This is a seasonal position, employment dates: May 5, 2025-September 7, 2025.
• Review of applications will begin on January 6th, 2025, and will remain open until filled.
Campus Location
DurhamRequired Qualifications
• Selected candidates must be able to successfully participate in pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Meet the University of New Hampshire’s hiring requirements for both criminal and driving history (background checks are required).
• Applicants must have interest in working in a remote educational environment.
•Good communication skills and ability to work well with students, faculty and other staff members in an isolated environment.
•Knowledge of basic computer skills; proven organization skills; attention to detail along with experience managing multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
•Experience working in commercial kitchens or restaurants.
•We are especially interested in candidates with interests in sustainable and local food.
• ServSafe Food Handler Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
•Knowledge of basic computer skills; proven organization skills; attention to detail along with experience managing multiple tasks.
Physical Demands
• Must be willing and able to assist with moving, packing, loading and unloading of supply runs both on Appledore and on the mainland.
• Must be able to lift and move more than 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work while standing and moving 8-11+ hours per day
FTE
1Salary Information
Posting Number
ASP0878FY25Open Date
11/05/2024Open Until Filled
YesAdditional Job Information
Room and board are provided for island staff. All staff serve the island community as a team with each department working together to support SML’s programs. It is everyone’s responsibility to foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all.
Living and working on a remote island is a unique experience which requires that everyone pitch in to help, even when it is not part of their job description, or during their scheduled hours. This includes, but is not limited to helping clean up after meals, helping transport goods from the vessels to other locations on the island, operating as crew aboard vessels, and generally being supportive and helpful with other members of our community.
The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.
Learn more about Shoals Marine Lab here: https://www.shoalsmarinelaboratory.org/sites/default/files/media/2024-05/2024-the-appledore-island-handbook_1.pdf
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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