Food Service Associate (On-Call; Curtis, NE)

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A respected educational institution is seeking a reliable Food Service Associate to work on-call in Curtis, NE. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining quality standards, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in food service operations is preferred. This role involves physical tasks including lifting heavy items. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions support the community.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a work environment required.
• Ability to read, write, weigh and measure necessary.
• Ability to learn food service techniques and use of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of food service tasks across cafeteria, deli, catering, and related areas.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with cashiering.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Cash handling

Education

High school or equivalent experience

Job description

Food Service Associate (On-Call; Curtis, NE)

The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA), located in Curtis, NE, is seeking a reliable, customer-focused Food Service Associate to serve in a flexible, on-call capacity.

Position Overview: Work hours may be scheduled in advance or requested on an as-needed basis, depending on operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of food service tasks across cafeteria, deli, catering, and related areas.
• Set up and close down stations; cook, prep ingredients, and restock supplies.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards; monitor temperature, taste, and appearance.
• Operate dish machines and perform general cleaning and light custodial duties.
• Control food costs and waste; assist with inventory and recipe prep.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with cashiering and computer use.
• Train others as needed; perform additional duties as assigned.

Position requires obtaining a Food Handler’s permit and the ability to push/pull heavy carts that may exceed 50 pounds and requires lifting and moving of heavy items, including on stairs.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent experience, plus one year of experience in a work environment required.
• Ability to read, write, weigh and measure necessary.
• Ability to learn food service techniques and use of equipment essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cafeteria and deli food service operations.
• Knowledge of ServeSafe guidelines.
• Familiarity with cash registers and money handling.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is an EO/AA employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.