Campus Dining Specialist — Fresh Food Service

Penn State University; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in Harrisburg seeks a food service worker to prepare items, manage serving lines, and monitor quality and portion sizes. The role requires maintaining cleanliness and following safety guidelines across equipment and stations.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, stocking and rotating stock, recording temperatures, and assisting with daily menus and special events. This is an on-site campus position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to be served such as salads, dressings, baked goods, sandwiches, fruit, yogurt and parfaits following simple recipes.
• Set up dishes, utensils, condiments, and signage for serving lines.
• Check products for appearance, quality, and portion size; replace items not meeting standards.
• Set up food displays and props for daily service and special events.
• Be knowledgeable about daily menus; ensure correct portion sizes are distributed.
• Replenish and rotate stock to maintain freshness.
• Maintain food service records and monitor food temperatures; log as required.
• Operate and clean equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, etc.) and clean work areas to ensure sanitation.

Job description

Penn State University in Harrisburg seeks a food service worker to prepare items, manage serving lines, and monitor quality and portion sizes. The role requires maintaining cleanliness and following safety guidelines across equipment and stations.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, stocking and rotating stock, recording temperatures, and assisting with daily menus and special events. This is an on-site campus position.