Kitchen Assistant Cook - Full-Time, Shift Differential

Pennsylvania College of Technology; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Retirement plan options with generous

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition benefits and educational

Job summary

Pennsylvania College of Technology seeks an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation and service in a college dining setting. You will prepare, portion, and serve meals following recipes, maintain sanitation, and assist in managing food production staff during service.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years of institutional food prep experience, and HACCP/safety knowledge. Shift differential applies with a Sunday–Saturday schedule and varying hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Two years of institutional food prep experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating food production staff preferred.
• Familiar with HACCP, safety, sanitation, and allergens.
• ServSafe or Food Handlers certificate required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math; follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow menu cycle and help manage food costs and waste.
• Prepare and serve daily menus and events with standardized recipes.
• Monitor quality and safety across service lines; communicate concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain sanitation and safe work environment; perform general kitchen duties.
• Assist Head Cook with ordering perishable items and opening/closing tasks.
• Contribute to new menu ideas and train kitchen staff as needed.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Basic math

Communication

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Allergen awareness

Food safety knowledge

Team coordination

Sanitation practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HACCP procedures

ServSafe certification

Job description

Pennsylvania College of Technology seeks an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation and service in a college dining setting. You will prepare, portion, and serve meals following recipes, maintain sanitation, and assist in managing food production staff during service.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years of institutional food prep experience, and HACCP/safety knowledge. Shift differential applies with a Sunday–Saturday schedule and varying hours.