Food Service & Kitchen Lab Support - Onsite, Varied Hours

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking a Food Service Worker S03 to support kitchen labs and stewarding areas on-site in Ithaca, NY. You will assist with food prep, equipment maintenance, and lab setup while enabling a safe and inclusive work environment.

The role requires standing/walking most of the shift, periodic night/weekend/holiday hours, and adherence to cleanliness and safety standards. High school or GED is preferred, with prior cleaning experience in hospitality environments being a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• High School education or GED preferred, basic reading and writing skills.
• Walking and standing 100% of the time.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of kitchen labs and stewarding areas.
• Operate and clean dishwashing equipment; proper storage of small wares; removal of trash, recycling and compost.
• Assist Chef Instructors with food preparation and lab setup and breakdown; maintain fryers and supplies; deep cleaning and lab support.
• Provide additional operational support through cleaning equipment and course materials, assembling wine kits, and organizing linen deliveries.
• Work schedules are variable and may require night, weekend, or holiday availability.

Skills

Diversity and inclusion mindset

Inclusive relationships

Physical stamina

Reading & writing basic skills

Mobility (standing/walking)

Overhead and lower-body reach

Cleaning experience (hotel/restaurant)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Cornell University is seeking a Food Service Worker S03 to support kitchen labs and stewarding areas on-site in Ithaca, NY. You will assist with food prep, equipment maintenance, and lab setup while enabling a safe and inclusive work environment.

The role requires standing/walking most of the shift, periodic night/weekend/holiday hours, and adherence to cleanliness and safety standards. High school or GED is preferred, with prior cleaning experience in hospitality environments being a plus.