At Mount Nittany Health, we provide high-quality patient care with a unique combination of the latest in clinical technology and compassionate medical professionals. We are committed to improving both the quality and availability of healthcare in our region and seek to hire only the best to support the communities we serve.

Performs a wide variety of tasks and procedures to prepare adequate amounts of high quality cooked and raw foods for use in patient feeding, cafeteria and special function events. Maintains a clean and sanitary work area at all times. Cooking standards and procedures comply with The PA Department of Health regulatory requirements.

Education:

1) High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience:

1) Three years cooking experience in restaurant or institution setting, and/or minimum of 2 years culinary trade school with certificate.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1) Must be proficient in sauces, soups, roasting, meat cutting, sautéing, steaming and all other basic cooking methods.
2) Full understanding of PA state sanitation procedures. Serve Safe sanitation is required within first year of hire, and remain current during employment.
3) Fluent in English language. Able to read and follow recipes and instructions, able to write for documentation of temperature logs and production sheets.
4) Able to work with fraction measures.
5) Complete KW IV Culinary quiz and pass with a minimum of 70%.

License/Certification/Registration:

1) Serve Safe sanitation is required within first year of hire, and remain current during employment.