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Food Preparer B (Bryce Jordan Center)

Penn State University
State College, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Sept 2025

About the role

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Food Preparer B (Bryce Jordan Center) - Grade 7 to join the team. Duties include:

 

  • Prepare, combine, season and/or cook food served in Bryce Jordan Center according to standardized recipes, methods and/or procedures; make advanced preparations for food items as required
  • Prepare food in proper sequence in order to be served at predetermined times; check food prior to serving for proper flavor, appearance, etc.; report any deviations from accepted standards to Supervisor or Cook A Coordinate with supervisor to determine disposition and/or storage of leftover items
  • Ensure that menu items are maintained at proper temperatures and freshness and that adequate amounts are available for customers
  • Assist in training and answer questions for newly hired employees; occasionally direct the work of additional employees required for the preparation of meals
  • Operate and clean utensils and equipment such as grinders, grills, slicers, mixers, food choppers, ovens, hoods, filters, deep fat fryers, sinks, steam jacketed kettles, steamers, etc.; check equipment daily to ensure proper working condition and cleanliness and report any malfunctions to Cook A or supervision as required
  • Ensure that sanitary techniques are used in the preparation, handling and storage of food items

Job Requirements: Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data. Work from recipes, menus, requisitions, familiar with ordinary cooking routines. Over 9 up to 12 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule:     Various
Days Off:     Various

 

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.

 

 

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