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The SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University unites three top-ranked schools to offer a comprehensive business education. Its mission is to transcend traditional business boundaries, transforming critical thinking into practical solutions. The college's vision is to inspire leaders to build sustainable, shared prosperity. Core values include excellence, inclusion, engagement, community, and impact, which guide all programs and initiatives. Together, these elements drive the college's commitment to positively impacting society and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

The Peter and Stephanie Nolan College of Hotel Administration at Cornell University is renowned for its pioneering hospitality education. Its mission is to cultivate leaders who excel in the hospitality industry through a blend of business acumen and innovative thinking. The college values excellence, community, and a commitment to shaping the future of hospitality.

The Statler Hotel, located on Cornell University's campus, is renowned as "the premier hotel that teaches." It serves as the practical hotel operations laboratory for the Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, providing students with hands-on experience in hospitality management. The hotel combines modern elegance with the vibrant energy of campus life, offering guests a unique and immersive stay. With over 150 rooms and state-of-the-art conference facilities, it hosts numerous important events and meetings. The Statler Hotel is committed to excellence in service and hospitality education, making it a cornerstone of Cornell's hospitality program.

The Statler Hotel is now accepting applications for Culinary Cooks positions for the summer. The Statler Hotel Culinary department is an incredible kitchen learning environment to hone your current culinary skill set or to learn the basics of food preparation and production. Our chefs have technical chops and creativity, coupled with an inspiring coaching style of teaching and training. The Statler Hotel culinary kitchen includes two facets: one is the banquet side that focuses on food prep and execution of meetings and events, the other is the Taverna Banfi side that focuses on food prep and execution of Taverna Banfi restaurant orders.

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Duties and responsibilities

• Perform food preparation.

• Participate in the execution of banquets. 

• Clean up work station. 

• Practice good food safety and sanitation.

• Individuals with previous back-of-house restaurant experience will be considered for line-cook positions in Taverna Banfi restaurant

Knowledge/Experience required

• No experience necessary.

• Desire to learn and master the fundamentals of the job.

• Individuals with pervious back-of-house restaurant experience will be considered for line-cooks in Taverna Banfi restaurant

University Job Title:

Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker

Job Family:

Temporary Auxiliary Services

Level:

No Grade - Hourly

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contact Name:

Lisa Rhoads

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[email protected]

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2026-04-21