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Penn State University Talent Acquisition Culinary Support Specialist in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Child Care Center at Hort Woods, a University-managed facility, is seeking a full-time Culinary Support Specialist. This individual will contribute to the wellness, growth, and development of children attending Hort Woods.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Maintain a safe and healthy food service operation; uphold food quality control procedures; follow public health and welfare directives; ensure compliance with governmental mandates and University policies; address and correct discrepancies; keep accurate records Plan meal and snack menus meeting proper nutritional requirements and child-care food guidelines; manage food substitutions to meet special dietary needs including allergies Oversee kitchen budget; examine expenses; identify cost containment Maintain inventories; anticipate requisition needs and place orders; negotiate prices; resolve quality and quantity issues Interact with Center families, young children and educators to meet special requests and dietary needs Participate in yearly trainings as assigned that include: PSU requirements, Child and Adult Care Food Program Federal Food Program (CACFP); learn and understand CACFP requirements
The successful candidate must possess: Strong customer service and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing Organizational skills with an attention to detail Ability to function in a fast-paced team environment Computer skills to complete ordering and menu preparation
As a member of Penn State Human Resources, you will be joining a team of individuals who have the ambition to help Penn State succeed. Workforce diversity, cultural inclusiveness, and employment equity are deeply rooted in Penn State's historic mission and are critical to our success. Just as we are committed to a diverse educational environment, we are also committed to a diverse working community. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
This is an hourly position, and offers daytime hours, Monday through Friday. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma/GED or Vocational Training/Degree plus 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ServSafe certification preferred.
Consider joining the Penn State family, where you will work from a beautiful park-like setting at Hort Woods and enjoy a generous benefits package from your very first day on the job! Learn more about our generous medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition discount, and time off here -Penn State Benefits.This position also requires: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check, and the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance (NSOR) A health physical with TB test is also required prior to starting the position Additional clearances may be necessary if you resided outside of Pennsylvania in the past five years
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $34,800.00 - $50,500.00
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