Food Service Associate — Open Kitchen & Cashier

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking a Food Service Worker for its dining services, responsible for preparing and serving cold food items and beverages. The role involves direct customer interaction, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health codes.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a pay rate of $23.47 per hour. This position requires flexibility in work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant food service, barista, or cash handling experience.
• Basic proficiency in English (reading, writing, math, verbal).
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs. and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of cold food and beverage items for dining rooms, cafes, and coffee houses.
• Interact directly with customers and maintain cleanliness of stations.
• Process sales transactions using cash, check, credit, and meal plan cards.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Food Preparation

Basic Math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cornell University is seeking a Food Service Worker for its dining services, responsible for preparing and serving cold food items and beverages. The role involves direct customer interaction, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health codes.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a pay rate of $23.47 per hour. This position requires flexibility in work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.