Position Summary
Gettysburg College is currently seeking a
full-time experienced Line Cook to work in the College’s award-winning Dining Hall. The ideal candidate will bring culinary passion,
attention to detail, and a commitment to consistently delivering delicious dishes to our guests.
Why should you choose a career
as a Line Cook with Gettysburg College? Full-time employees enjoy
bountiful benefits, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Excellent college-paid tuition
benefits for employees and their dependents (waiting period applies) - Paid time off (vacation, sick, and holiday
pay) - College provides a generous contribution to retirement annuity (waiting period applies)
- FREE access to
amenities including our state-of-the-art fitness center, library, chapel, meditation room, delicious dining options, parking, and a
beautiful campus. - Access to an on-campus child care center
- Discounts on dining and at the bookstore
- Computer
purchasing program - Uniforms provided
- Training and development opportunities (Free LinkedIn Learning!)
- Reasonable
working hours
The Line Cook performs the following functions:
- Prepare and execute menu items according to
established recipes, presentation standards, and quality guidelines while maintaining consistency. - Collaborate with kitchen team
members to ensure timely and efficient food preparation during service periods. - Maintain clean and organized work stations while
adhering to food safety and sanitation standards. - Assist with ingredient prep, portion control, and maintaining appropriate stock
levels. - Communicate effectively with fellow cooks, the Chef, Sous Chef, and other team members.
- Adapt to high-pressure
situations and busy service periods while maintaining quality and efficiency. - Work across various kitchen stations, including Grill,
Saute, Entree, and Pizza as needed. - Work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays with varying hours
during non-academic periods. - Support high-volume dining services serving approximately 3,500 meals daily across student dining,
faculty/staff dining, and catering events.
Status: Full-Time, Support Staff
Pay: Starting at
$15.65 per hour
Shifts: This position typically works Monday, Wednesday-Saturday, 10:30 am-7:45 pm during the
academic year. Hours and days vary during the non-academic year.
The Line Cook reports directly to the Head Chef and indirectly to
all other members of the Dining Service’s leadership team.
Gettysburg College is a highly selective, residential undergraduate
liberal arts college nestled in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. With approximately 2,400 students, we provide a transformative
educational experience within our close-knit, vibrant community.
Qualifications
Line Cook
Qualifications include:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with one to two years of food service production
experience in a high-volume kitchen highly desired. - Must be able to follow written and oral directions, work independently or as
part of a team, and obtain certification in safe food handling procedures. - Position requires standing, walking, and bending
throughout the workday, plus the ability to lift, stack, and maneuver objects weighing at least 25 pounds. - Strong communication and
cross-cultural skills are needed to work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, and community members.
Special
Instructions Summary
Application review will begin immediately. The position will remain open until
filled.
Posting Number: 20101000A
EEO Statement
Gettysburg College, an equal
opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal
opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status,
possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant
to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is
not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its
educational programs and activities.




