Food Service Assistant (Part-Time)

UM29 Salisbury University (SU); United States; On-site; USD 17,900 - 25,494; Part time

Job summary

UM29 Salisbury University (SU) is seeking part-time Dining Services staff to assist in food preparation and service. This role includes ensuring safe conditions and operating kitchen equipment. Successful candidates must have, or obtain, Serve Safe or Food Handler certification and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

The position is non-exempt and contingent with varying schedules during the academic year, offering a salary of up to $15.75 per hour. We are committed to equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Serve Safe or Food Handler and/or Sanitation Certification required.
• Ability to assist in preparing and serving food.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in adverse temperature conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assistance in the preparation and serving of food.
• Set up and break down service lines.
• Maintain safe and sanitary conditions.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to follow instructions

Basic arithmetic

Food service equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food service equipment

Job description

Job Description

Under direct supervision, provides routine assistance in the preparation and serving of food, sanitation, and/or kitchen maintenance in the Dining Services Department at Salisbury University.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide routine assistance in the preparation and serving of food.
• Set up and break down service lines.
• Cashiering duties.
• Maintain safe and sanitary conditions.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, mixers, toasters, etc.
• Consistently demonstrate excellent customer service skills to all internal and external customers and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Serve Safe or Food Handler and/or Sanitation Certification required by the end of the first contract period or semester.
• Ability to assist in preparing and serving food.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Ability to operate food service equipment and appliances.
• Ability to use kitchen utensils.
• Ability to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift, transport, and stock food service supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year food service experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional Job Information

These are part-time (19 hour) non-exempt contingent positions with no benefits. Salary is up to $15.75 per hour. Working periods include late-August through mid-December and late-January through late-May; work schedules within these periods will vary based upon the needs of the University.

EEO Statement

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.