Food Service Associate: Prep & Service

Kent State University; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University is seeking a Food Service Worker I at the Kent Campus, Kent, OH. The role involves assisting in food preparation, maintaining sanitation, and supporting daily service operations.

You will work under Food Service Managers and may train student employees, with responsibilities across food lines, cleaning, and record-keeping. The position requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and obtaining the Ohio Department of Health Level Two certification during

Qualifications

• Prior experience or completion of vocational education program in food preparation and service preferred.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and utensils, apply sanitation standards, read and follow instructions, perform basic math, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and tears down service lines; serves on lines; portions, slices and wraps food; sets up and clears tables; washes pots and pans; operates dishwashing machine.
• Cleans and prepares vegetables and fruits; makes sandwiches, salads, desserts and beverages; toasts, grills and fries foods.
• Cleans work, serving, dining, and receiving areas; sweeps and mops floors; cleans windows; empties trash.
• Informs supervisor of prep, equipment, supply, and food requirements; may maintain records.
• May reheat prepared foods; may assist cooks and train student employees in food service procedures.

Education

Vocational education program in food preparation and service

Job description

Kent State University is seeking a Food Service Worker I at the Kent Campus, Kent, OH. The role involves assisting in food preparation, maintaining sanitation, and supporting daily service operations.

You will work under Food Service Managers and may train student employees, with responsibilities across food lines, cleaning, and record-keeping. The position requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and obtaining the Ohio Department of Health Level Two certification during