Cook 1

Millersville University; Millersville, Northern (Lancaster County, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Paid time off

Job summary

Millersville University is hiring a Cook 1 to prepare and cook foods for student meals, catering, and conferences in the dining halls. The role requires maintaining sanitary work areas and following safety procedures.

The position is on-campus, full-time, with an essential employee designation and a shift that may include evenings and weekends. A union-represented role under AFSCME terms with competitive hourly pay is offered.

Qualifications

• One year experience in cooking or quantity commercial or institutional food production.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cooking ingredients, food production safety & sanitation.
• Experience with preparing ingredients and cooking food items on a quantity basis.
• Reading and interpreting recipes; performing recipe extensions.
• Operating modern kitchen equipment; garnishing and presenting food for buffets and student dining.

Responsibilities

• Mixing, chopping, dicing, and assembling food for cooking, baking, or assembling.
• Prepare meats for cooking including skinning, boning, trimming.
• Prepare menu items for student meals in dining halls and catering functions.
• Maintain records for the Service Summary Reports.
• Cleaning and sanitation of utensils, equipment, and facilities.
• May lead and train food service workers as needed.
• Prepare requisitions for ingredients and supplies; maintain recipe files.

Skills

Cooking

Education

Associate degree in Culinary or Food Service (preferred)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• The ability to work on campus.
• Flexible work schedule as dictated by the needs of the university.
• Dining and Conference Services staff may be required to work evenings and weekends.
• This position is designated an essential employee position.
  • Employee is expected to report to work during their designated shift during emergency situations, university closures or delays.

Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number P01325

Position Type

Position Type Staff

Department

Department Dining and Catering Services

Working Title

Working Title Cook 1

Classification

Classification Cook 1 - 81150

Position Summary Information

Nature of position

Nature of position Permanent, Full-time

If Temporary, Start Date

If Temporary, End Date

If part-time, hours per week

Days Worked

Days Worked varies

Hours/Shift worked varies

Union

Union AFSCME

About the position:

Cook, grill, bake, steam, sauté, and fry food for student meals, catering, conferences. Responsible for sanitation of work area and equipment.

Hourly Rate: $18.83
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Tuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family’s
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.

We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence— creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Mixing, chopping, dicing, grating, slicing, assembling food in preparation for cooking, baking, or assembling, grilling, baking, steaming, or frying foods.
• Prepare meats for cooking:
  • Skinning, boning, trimming, stuffing, etc., as well as cooking the final product.
• Prepares menu items for student meals in Gordinier and Lyle Dining Halls and catering functions in-house and off-campus.
• Maintain records for the Service Summary Reports.
• Cleaning and sanitation of utensils, equipment, and facilities.
• May function as lead worker by coordinating, participating in and reviewing routine food production tasks performed by food service workers or student workers.
• Can train food service workers or student workers in routine food production tasks.
• Prepare requisitions for cooking ingredients and supplies
• Maintain recipe files.
• Check attendance for staff in the area.
• All other duties as assigned.

SAFETY

• Work safely by using Personal Protective Equipment, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures and policies, etc.
• Leave the work area clean and functional at the end of shift
• Be aware of and report any potential safety hazards to supervisor or management immediately
• Cooperate with safety investigations and audits
• Attend safety training sessions and maintain licenses, certifications, etc.

Required Qualifications

• One year experience in cooking or quantity commercial or institutional food production or equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cooking ingredients, food production safety & sanitation.
• Experience:
  • Preparing ingredients and cooking food items on a quantity basis.
  • Reading and interpreting recipes
  • Performing recipe extensions.
  • Operating modern kitchen equipment.
  • Garnishing and presenting food for buffets and student dining.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree from a qualified Culinary or Food Service Institution.
• Experience as a restaurant cook.

Essential Functions

Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ).

• Ability to:
  • Lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
  • Lift over 40 lbs. with assistance.
  • Work in a high heat environment due to heat producing kitchen equipment.
  • Work in cold storage areas.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Read ingredient lists, recipes, cooking techniques, cooking instructions, service directions and labels.
• Properly handle and safely use kitchen knives
• Work as a member of a culinary team.
• Understanding of verbal directions.
• Familiarity with cooking terminology, cooking equipment, knife handling & cutting skills, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 07/22/2026

Posting Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• The ability to work on campus.
• Flexible work schedule as dictated by the needs of the university.
• Dining and Conference Services staff may be required to work evenings and weekends.
• This position is designated an essential employee position.
  • Employee is expected to report to work during their designated shift during emergency situations, university closures or delays.

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