Dining Services Worker B

MedStar Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Dining Services Worker B to assist in various food service duties. The role involves helping cooks, performing utility tasks, and providing dining services, with no prior experience necessary. This full-time position offers a salary range from $32,571.86 to $41,046.26 annually and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general food service utility duties in dining hall facilities.
• Assists cooks and supervisors with sanitary food handling.
• Provides dining room services, including cash register duties.

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Dining Services Worker B
Job Category	AFSCME Local 888
Department	Livingston Dining Commons
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University is seeking a Dining Services Worker B for Dining Services. Under the guidance and supervision of a Dining Services worker A or other senior dining service worker, performs general food service utility duties in various dining hall facilities. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists cooks, bakers, and Dining Services supervisors in tasks involving sanitary food handling. Provides dining room services, including cash register duties.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	08
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	32571.860
Mid Range Salary	35763.000
Maximum Salary	41046.260
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours (per week)	40
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift	Rotating
Work Arrangement
Union Description	AFSCME - Local 888
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit	Dining Halls and Snack Bars - New Brunswick
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 10 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	No experience required.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions	Multiple Vacancies Schedule/shift: TBD

Posting Details

Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 06/30/2025. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Posting Number	25ST1379
Posting Open Date	06/19/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Livingston (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement