Deli Worker

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Deli Worker to join the dining team. The role requires operating and closing the cash register, preparing hot and cold items, stocking deli cases, and assisting with catered events in a high-volume setting.

Schedule is 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with weekends off as posted; requires 3–12 months of experience and basic math and English skills for accuracy and safety in preparation and service.

Qualifications

• 3 to 12 months of effective work experience.
• Ability to use commercial English, grammar and arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate cash register and close out at end of day.
• Prepare and serve hot/cold sandwiches, pizza, and beverages.
• Stock, rotate and stocktake supplies; assist in catering setup.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of food prep and service areas.
• Train part-time employees and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Cash handling

Food service

Inventory management

Tools

Slicer

Pizza ovens

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

Job Title: Deli Worker - Grade 9, Full time

• Set up cash register for operation
• Close out register at day's end and place money in safe, audit monies, take orders, ring up sales
• Operate cash register; make change as required, clear cash register date sales tapes
• Close and lock snack bar at end of business
• Check, stock, and rotate supplies, food stuffs, and products in cases and display shelves; order supplies as needed
• Assist in taking inventories as required, requisition supplies
• Slice meat, cheese, etc.; Stock deli cases as needed
• Serve food as needed, store leftovers properly
• Prepare items for sale such as hot and cold sandwiches, pizza, etc., to customer's order according to prescribed recipes and standard procedures
• Assist in food preparation and set up for catered events
• Operate slicer, pizza ovens, coffee urns, scale, dishwashing equipment, soda dispensers, expresso machine, grill fryer, steam table, ice cream machine, etc.
• Ensure that condiment station is set up and that supplies and sanitation of condiment station are maintained including milk, juices, etc.
• Check to ensure an adequate supply of dishes, utensils, items to be served, are maintained
• Clean as well as direct part-time employees in cleaning the food preparation and service areas, dishroom, dining areas and the equipment used in these areas
• Clean tables, grills, ice cream machines, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors
• Answer questions for and assist in training part-time employees
• Report the need for maintenance of equipment to the supervisor

Job Requirements

Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data.

Over 3 months up to including 12 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule

3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Days Off: Saturday, Sunday

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 3 to 12 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. 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

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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