Cook B (Harrisburg)

About the role

Penn State is searching for a full-time Cook B (Grade 8) to join the team at the Harrisburg campus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, combine, season, and/or cook food served in University dining halls according to standardized recipes, methods, and/or procedures.
• Make advance preparation for food items as required.
• Perform necessary operations to prepare food items, utilizing the proper food production equipment.
• Dispose of leftovers as directed.
• Maintain a clean work area and ensure general cleanliness of equipment; follow cleaning schedules as established in the work unit.
• Assist Food Preparer A in preparing and cooking several types of foods as directed, utilizing the proper food preparation equipment.
• Check equipment to ensure proper working conditions and cleanliness; report malfunctions.
• Ensure that menu items for the serving lines are maintained at proper temperature and freshness and that adequate amounts are available for students and guests.
• Perform other duties related or similar to the type described above.

Requirements

• Requires the use of commercial English, grammar, and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, including decimals and fractions.
• Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates, and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications.
• Ability to post, prepare, interpret, use, and check reports, forms, records, and comparable data.
• Work from recipes, menus, and requisitions; familiarity with ordinary cooking routines.
• Over 9 up to 12 months of effective experience.

Schedule

10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Days off: Sunday, Monday.

Pay and Benefits

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. For details on starting pay rate and progression, refer to the collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• A generous 75% tuition discount for employees, as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, visit the Benefits Page.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.