Assistant Cook Jobs in Hayes, VA (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title
Catering Assistant Cook 00480
Role Title
Food Service Technician I
Position Number
00480
FLSA
Non Exempt
Appointment Type
Full Time
Type of Posting
General Public
Is Sensitive Position?
No
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N/A
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.
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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
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N/A
Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?
Yes
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This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.
Departmental Objective
To provide the CNU community and the general public with exceptional quality food and beverage service on and off campus. Ranging from intimate small events to large scale galas, fine dining to picnics, we do it all. Support the management team in the Catering and Dining Departments and assist all Auxiliary Service departments as needed to carry out the university's mission.
Purpose of the Position
Under the direction of the Executive Chef and Catering Manager, this position will assist in preparation of food items for catered events and primarily be responsible for the sanitation of the catering facilities around campus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

• Ability to read and write
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge of all types of cooking methods and converting recipes
• Knowledge of all kitchen equipment
• Good organizational skills, ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to communicate in writing or verbally to both supervisors and subordinates
• Position will be exposed to temperature extremes and potentially dangerous equipment, tools, and machinery
• Position will be exposed to slippery footing and congested work areas
• Ability to work in fast paced atmosphere
• Ability to work independently at remote satellite kitchens or catering sites
• Ability to set up and break down a room before and after an event

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

• Previous food service experience

Additional Consideration(s)
Education Preferred:

• Some Culinary Art School courses

Experience:

• High volume production experience
• Catering experience

Salary Information
Starting at $32,672 to $40,846, 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
79211
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.
• Position will be exposed to temperature extremes and potentially dangerous equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Position will be exposed to slippery footing and congested work areas.
• Ability to set up and break down a room before and after an event

Is this position telework eligible?
No
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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
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Emotional Demands
Fast Pace
Essential
Average Pace
Essential
Multiple Priorities
Essential
Intense Customer Interaction
Marginal
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
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PS1224P
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Date
06/11/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a Continuous Recruitment. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants will be notified when their application is no longer active. Continuous Recruitments may be closed at any time.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/20867
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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 Letteror 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.