Cook B (Behrend)

MedStar Health; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State is seeking a full-time Cook B to join their team, responsible for food preparation and ensuring cleanliness in dining halls. The ideal candidate will have at least 9 to 12 months of effective experience in a similar role. This opportunity comes with a competitive benefits package, including a generous tuition discount for employees and family members.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members

Qualifications

• 9 to 12 months of effective experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, combine, season, and cook food according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain a clean work area and ensure general cleanliness of equipment.
• Check equipment to ensure proper working condition.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cleanliness

Time Management

Job description

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Cook B (Behrend) - Grade 8 to join the team. Duties include:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Cook B (Behrend) - Grade 8 to join the team. Duties include:

• 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 clean work area and ensure general cleanliness of equipment
• Follow cleaning schedules as established in the work unit
• Assist cook 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

Work Schedule: 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Days Off: Thursday, Friday

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

9 to 12 months of effective experience

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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