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Chapter Chef - Fraternity/Sorority House at Penn State (State College, PA)

Start Date:

ASAP Location:

State College, PA Company:

Gill Grilling Company Company Overview:

Gill Grilling has proudly served fraternities and sororities nationwide for over 20 years, providing customized daily meal service directly at chapter houses. Our chefs craft menus tailored to each house's preferences, creating a personalized dining experience. We offer a predictable schedule, a supportive culture, and excellent work-life balance.

Position Summary:

We're hiring a Chapter Chef to lead food service operations at a Greek house at Penn State University in State College, PA . As the lead chef, you'll be responsible for preparing daily meals, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate combines culinary expertise with strong leadership and customer service skills.

Reports To:

Campus Manager Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve fresh, high-quality meals daily Collaborate with your Campus Manager to plan menus and adjust based on feedback Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment Track inventory and place timely food orders Actively gather feedback from chapter members and implement improvements Communicate regularly with corporate staff to ensure expectations are met Supervise and guide any additional kitchen staff

Required Skills & Experience:

4+ years of culinary experience in a high-volume or institutional kitchen Experience with food ordering, inventory management, and kitchen operations Ability to manage daily prep and service independently ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain before start) Strong communication and customer service skills Professional, reliable, and organized Familiarity with Google Workspace and basic tech tools (email, apps, etc.) Experience in repeat-service environments (e.g., country clubs, campus dining) is a plus

Benefits:

Competitive pay Predictable weekday schedule (occasional weekend events) Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for full-time employees 401(k) with company match Paid ServSafe certification/recertification Join our team and bring your culinary skills to a leadership role with work-life balance and a great campus atmosphere at Penn State!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$1,100.00 - $1,300.00 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person