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Cook

*Liberty Lutheran Services
State College, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/23/2026

The Village at Penn State | State College, PA

Love cooking? Join a team where your meals make a difference.

The Village at Penn State, one of the area's premier independent living communities, is seeking a Part-Time Cook to join our culinary team. If you enjoy preparing quality meals, working in a collaborative kitchen, and serving older adults, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

  • Part-Time
  • 20 hours per week
  • Available shifts:
    • 4:00pm - 8:00pm

What You'll Do

  • Prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff following menus, recipes, and production sheets.
  • Prepare meals in accordance with modified diets and dietary guidelines.
  • Serve meals while maintaining proper portion sizes and presentation standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
  • Properly label, store, and rotate food and supplies.
  • Assist with additional kitchen and utility duties as needed.
  • Participate in ongoing training and work collaboratively with the culinary team.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous cooking or food service experience is preferred.
  • Ability to read recipes and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation, safe food handling, and kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to prepare meals according to dietary requirements.
  • Dependable, organized, and committed to providing excellent service.

Why Join The Village at Penn State?

  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Annual Performance Reviews and Pay Increases
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

If you're looking for a rewarding culinary position where your work is appreciated and helps create a great dining experience for our residents, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by clicking the Quick Apply button.

The Village at Penn State is proud to be part of Liberty Lutheran Family of Services and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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