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Take ownership of the preparation of all food items on the interactive gluten-free station and also the pizza station. Next, assist with all other kitchen production needs as assigned by lead cooks or chefs.
Education
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
Experience
Required:
Preferred:
Skills, Characteristics Required for Position
* General understanding of recipes and food production
* Neat and clean appearance
* Knowledge of proper food handling and storage procedures
* Ability to organize and work in high paced environment
* ServSafe Certification must be completed within 12 months of hire
Special Working Conditions
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be mentally and physically able to perform all essential job functions which require walking, standing, pushing, pulling and lifting. This position is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay.
Driving Requirements
N/A
Essential Employee Essential - Emergency Only
Primary Duties
1. Follow proper food handling procedures and keep work area neat, clean and sanitized
2. In charge of preparing all gluten-free food items for the interactive station during all meal periods
3. In charge of preparing all pizzas for lunch and dinner
4. Plan and organize prep lists for the pizza and interactive stations daily
5. Assists and supports all kitchen production needs for all meals as needed
6. Read and follow recipes as given from CBord program
7. Understand the use and care of all equipment and report failures to Management. Clean equipment immediately after each use.
8. Rotate and utilize all food products efficiently to maintain optimum quality. Practice first in/first out method
9. Maintain open lines of communication with student workers regarding the products being served on the interactive station and pizza stations
10. Maintain open lines of communication with cooks and chefs regarding food production
11. Wrap and label all food items labeled with content, dated and stored properly
12. Maintain consistent and accurate documentation using Quality Control and HACCP reporting tools
13. Assist with preparation of food for catering events as needed
14. Complete weekly deep cleaning task each week
15. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Secondary Duties
1. Attend department meetings and training sessions as scheduled
2. Give direction to students making sure they follow procedures as outlines
3. Other duties as assigned.
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Posting Date
Posting Date 08/27/2025
Open
Open Until Filled: Yes
Application Deadline
Diversity
Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.
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Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300
Student Employment: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-1800 x.2900
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