Benefits Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Varies based on event schedule, and position is essential/may be required to work during campus
closures.
Travel: May be required
Position Introduction
This position is
responsible for a wide range of duties supporting the preparation, production, and service of food for University and campus-based catering
operations. The role supports daily service needs as well as special events across campus and across the University, including breakfasts,
luncheons, dinners, meetings, student organization functions, and other catered activities. The position serves as an area lead when
assigned, ensuring employees remain on task while modeling strong teamwork and food service knowledge.
The employee prepares food
according to established recipes and portion control standards by accurately measuring, weighing, and combining ingredients for quantity
production of simple menu items. Responsibilities include the safe and effective use of kitchen utensils, appliances, and industrial
equipment such as ovens, stoves, mixers, slicers, knives, peelers, dicers, and dish machines. Food is served in a courteous and professional
manner with appropriate portioning and knowledge of menu offerings.
The position regularly loads, carries, and transports hot or cold
food items, containers, and food carts from production areas to serving lines, dining tables, designated floors, and other University or
community locations in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Catering spaces are prepared by setting up serving lines with required display
items, utensils, and equipment. The employee cleans, washes, sanitizes, and properly stores dishes, pots, pans, utensils, tableware,
equipment, counters, tables, food carts, and floors in accordance with established kitchen and University sanitation
standards.
Additional responsibilities include assisting other food service staff as needed to support campus operations and event
success. Duties described are not intended to be all-inclusive, and employees may perform other related tasks in support of University and
campus dining and catering operations. This role supports positive dining experience on campus.
Required
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED or graduate of culinary school.
- 12 months of
restaurant/customer service experience.
Required Certifications and Licenses
- Ability to obtain a Food
Handlers License.
Department Preferences
- Hepatitis A vaccine required if hired, or annual testing.
- As essential personnel you may be required to work during University closings.
- Nights and weekends may apply for any operations
especially those operating 24/7. - Ensure that events are properly equipped and executed by transporting, pulling, setting up and
breaking down, as well as returning equipment to designated storages in compliance with event standards and instructions. - ServSafe
Certification and more than 12 months of restaurant, or professional kitchen/cooking experience. - Prefer previous experience in
catering.
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes
Special Indications:
- Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET)
