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　　JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

　　Penn State Food Service Dining Commons is searching for a full time Cook B (University Park) to join their team. Duties include:

　　Prepare, combine, season and/or cook food served in the University Dining Halls 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 flavor, appearance, etc.; report any deviations from accepted standards to Supervisor or Food Preparer A Coordinate with Supervisor to determine disposition and/or storage of leftover items

　　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

　　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 Food Preparer A or Supervisor, as required

　　Ensure that sanitary techniques are used in the preparation, handling and storage of food items

　　Perform other duties related or similar to the type described above

　　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.

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