Cook II; Penn Dining Services

University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia seeks a Cook II for Penn Dining Services to support daily production and foodservice operations.

The Cook II follows batch cooking techniques, adheres to standardized recipes, and reports to Cook I and Chef to ensure quality and portion control. The role emphasizes HACCP compliance, cleanliness, and safe handling of foods, with a nine-month year schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; 0–1 year of experience or equivalent combination.
• Some recent experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to communicate and implement management direction.
• Ability to lift 10–25 lbs.
• Willing to work flexible hours, 7 day a week operation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, display, and serve hot and cold ingredients in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Serve and restock food, beverages, condiments, dishes, and other items.
• Complete logs and charts, date and label all foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
• Clean, sanitize and store all pots, pans, utensils, and other equipment.
• Keep work, storage, and surface areas neat and continuously cleaned.
• Assist with maintenance of other areas in dining halls; dust, sweep, vacuum and mop.
• Follow all HACCP procedures and other monitoring methods when handling, preparing, serving, and storing foods and chemicals.

Skills

Communication

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Cook II; Penn Dining Services

Job Profile Title

Cook II

Job Description Summary

The Cook II receives direction from Cook I and Chef regarding daily production responsibilities. Batch cooking techniques must be followed through all stages of preparation. Follows standardized recipes and contributes information to Cook I and Chef regarding accurate completion of production sheets. Maintains quality assurance standards set forth by management regarding appearance, temperature, texture, taste. Communicates effectively with Unit Leader I and Food Service Workers regarding production and amount of food available on serving line. Labels, dates, covers, and stores all leftovers properly. Responsible for maintaining "clean as you go" standards and ensuring work area is clean and sanitized during and at the end of work shift. Ongoing training is mandatory and must be attended when offered.

Job Duties

• Prepare, display, and serve hot and cold ingredients and food items in safe and sanitary manner.
• Serve and restock food, beverages, condiments, dishes, and other items
• Complete any required logs and charts, date and label all foods, ingredients, and leftovers
• Clean, sanitize and store all pots, pans, utensils, and other equipment; receive soiled dishes, glasses, silverware, racks, utensils, and other equipment.
• Keep work, storage, and surface areas neat and free of debris and continuously cleaned and sanitized.
• Assist with maintenance of other areas in dining halls; dust woodwork, sweep, vacuum and mop all areas.
• Follow all HACCP procedures and other monitoring methods when handling, preparing, serving, and storing foods and chemicals

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some recent experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to communicate and implement management direction.
• Ability to lift 10 - 25lbs.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, 7 day a week operation.

**Position is for 9 months per year.**

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

About Residential & Hospitality Services

Residential & Hospitality Services is one of 17 departments reporting to the Division of Business Services. Consistent with the Business Services mission, our underlying philosophy is to provide our clients with high quality services in a fiscally responsible manner. Residential & Hospitality Services is a group of dedicated, innovative, and student-centered staff that oversee the on-campus living and dining, as well as conferences, programs and events hosted at Penn. The team works closely with other partners to provide students and guests with services that support living and learning at the University of Pennsylvania.

As the University's foodservice professionals, we oversee food operations and dining services and consult on all food-related planning issues. Our mission is to ensure the delivery of consistent, high-quality food to a diverse on-campus clientele.

The team behind Penn Dining is made up of talented chefs, managers, cashiers, dishwashers, servers, and administrators who are dedicated to delivering consistent, high-quality food to a diverse on-campus clientele through a wide variety of venues.

To learn more, visit us at: https://residential-services.business-services.upenn.edu/

About Business Services

The Division of Business Services (BSD) supports the individual and collective needs of the Penn community by promoting a hospitable, customer-focused campus environment through the deliver