Catering Worker (Harrisburg) - Grade 9

The Pennsylvania State University; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Robust retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State Harrisburg is hiring a Catering Worker (Harrisburg) at Grade 9 to support dining operations, food preparation, and service. This full-time role includes cleaning, food handling, equipment operation, setup of buffets and service areas, and adherence to safety and uniform standards.

The position requires basic arithmetic, the ability to follow directions, and a willingness to work rotating shifts within the campus dining program.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 months of effective experience.
• Ability to follow directions and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Requires basic arithmetic and ability to operate cleaning and safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for operations; report malfunctions to supervisor; drain and clean machines.
• Clean and wash soiled dishes, glasses, silverware, utensils, and other equipment.
• Remove, stack, store clean dishes in proper areas.
• Clean, burnish and detarnish silver, remove stains from china and glasses, as scheduled.
• Wash, scour, rinse, dry and properly store pots and pans used in kitchen areas.
• Serve food and beverages as required.
• Wear all uniforms required.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as dish machine, floor scrubbing equipment, carpet cleaning equipment.
• Clean, sweep, mop, wax and buff, strip and seal assigned areas such as floors in kitchens and dining rooms, concession stands, stairs and dock floors, following daily and weekly periodic cleansing schedules.
• Set up buffet areas, meeting rooms following diagrams.
• Use ladders in the cleaning of windows, ceilings, walls and light fixtures, also replace light bulbs, when necessary.
• Clean various locations, such as, kitchen areas, concession stands, offices, restrooms, storage rooms, receiving dock, stairwells, and dining rooms.
• Collect and remove refuse, garbage, etc., to designated locations.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Make minor adjustments such as, tightening screws, adjusting belts, replacing cotter keys, screws, etc.
• Report any malfunctions or damage to equipment, furnishings or facilities to supervisor.
• Assist the storeroom clerk in receiving and storing, issuing and delivering foods and supplies to indicated locations; report discrepancies to storeroom clerk or supervisor.
• Work from directions or requisitions to select and deliver foods and supplies to various preparation centers.
• Clean, process, portion various raw food products.
• Operate University vehicle as required in the performance of assigned duties.

Skills

Basic food service skills

Cleanliness and safety awareness

Job description

Catering Worker (Harrisburg) - Grade 9### Catering Worker (Harrisburg) - Grade 9Apply: Penn State Harrisburg: Full time: Posted Today: REQ\\_0000083380# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Penn State is searching for a full time Catering Worker (Harrisburg) - Grade 9 - Grade 9 to join the team. Duties include:### * Prepare machines for operations; report malfunctions to supervisor; drain and clean machines.* Clean and wash soiled dishes, glasses, silverware, utensils, and other equipment* Remove, stack, store clean dishes in proper areas* Clean, burnish and detarnish silver, remove stains from china and glasses, as scheduled* Wash, scour, rinse, dry and properly store pots and pans used in kitchen areas* Serve food and beverages as required* Wear all uniforms required.* Operate kitchen equipment such as dish machine, floor scrubbing equipment, carpet cleaning equipment* Clean, sweep, mop, wax and buff, strip and seal assigned areas such as floors in kitchens and dining rooms, concession stands, stairs and dock floors, following daily and weekly periodic cleansing schedules* Set up buffet areas, meeting rooms following diagrams* Use ladders in the cleaning of windows, ceilings, walls and light fixtures, also replace light bulbs, when necessary* Clean various locations, such as, kitchen areas, concession stands, offices, restrooms, storage rooms, receiving dock, stairwells, and dining rooms* Collect and remove refuse, garbage, etc., to designated locations* Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition* Make minor adjustments such as, tightening screws, adjusting belts, replacing cotter keys, screws, etc.* Report any malfunctions or damage to equipment, furnishings or facilities to supervisor* Assist the storeroom clerk in receiving and storing, issuing and delivering foods and supplies to indicated locations; report discrepancies to storeroom clerk or supervisor* Work from directions or requisitions to select and deliver foods and supplies to various preparation centers* Clean, process, portion various raw food products* Operate University vehicle as required in the performance of assigned duties Job Requirements: Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, whole numbers and the carrying out of instructions; and the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required. Up to and including 3 months of effective experience. Work Schedule: Tuesday - Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.Days Off: Sunday, Monday # **QUALIFICATIONS****MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE**## Up to 3 months of effective experience**REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**None **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.### Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.### **COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT**This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement. **SALARY AND BENEFITS**For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.