Head Cook 00111

Posting Details

Position Information Working Title Head Cook 00111 Role Title Food Service Technician II Position Number 00111 FLSA Non Exempt Appointment Type Full Time Type of Posting General Public Is Sensitive Position? If Sensitive Position, please paste statement 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 If Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statement Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? If Restricted Position, please paste statement 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.

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Salary Information Starting at $36,552, 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 . Role Code 79212 Conditions of Employment

Is this position telework eligible? No Telework Eligibility Disclaimer Physical / Cognitive Requirements Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Essential Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Essential Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Essential Pushing / Pulling Essential Standing Essential Sitting Non-Applicable Bending Essential Walking Essential Climbing Essential Reaching Essential Repetitive Motion Essential List other physical requirements Emotional Demands Fast Pace Essential Average Pace Non-Applicable Multiple Priorities Essential Intense Customer Interaction Essential Multiple Stimuli Essential Frequency Changes Essential Mental / Sensory Demands Memory Essential Reasoning Essential Hearing Essential Reading Essential Analyzing Essential Logic Essential Verbal Communication Essential Written Communication Essential List other mental / sensory requirements Posting Detail Information Posting Number PS1157P Number of Vacancies Posting Date 09 / 30 / 2025 Closing Date 11 / 18 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants CNU will only accept online applications through the 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.

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 Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services

(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link : or call 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.