Food Service Technician - MULTIPLE VACANCIES at Appalachian State University Boone, NC

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 35,360 - 35,845; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University is looking for a Food Service Technician to work at the Rivers Street Cafe in Boone, NC. The role involves maintaining high standards of food preparation and service while ensuring compliance with health regulations.

Ideal candidates will have experience in food service operations and customer service skills. The position requires flexibility with scheduling, including weekends and necessary event coverage. The anticipated hiring range is between $35,360 and $35,845.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation.
• Initiative to work beyond what is requested to achieve business goals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain specifications for production and service.
• Ensure food quality and appearance on buffet.
• Follow cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes.
• Work flexibly across multiple duties at Rivers Street Cafe.

Skills

Food preparation and service

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary School/ACF Certification

Tools

Commercial food equipment

Job description

Food Service Technician - MULTIPLE VACANCIES

Location: Boone, NC

Department: Campus Dining - Rivers Street Cafe - 170350

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain all university specifications pertaining to production and service.
• Control proper usage and rotation of food.
• Ensure food quality and appearance on buffet.
• Alert Chef or direct supervisor to any food quality issues that could hurt culinary operations.
• Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas daily.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and sanitary workstation.
• The person selected must follow cleaning and sanitation procedures and other duties as assigned by a supervisor.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes determined by Unit Management.
• Work in Rivers St. Cafe between multiple stations and duties and other areas as needed.
• Operate commercial food equipment, follow health laws in the preparation, holding, and storing of food.
• Adhere to standardized recipes and portion control.

All ASU Food Service employees are required to work during home football games or any other special campus event as needed. Campus work location may vary depending on the event.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Knowledge of methods of preparation and cooking of food in quantity lots.
• Knowledge of the uses of various pieces of equipment, including but not limited to steamers, steam pots, fryers, grills, slicers, and ovens.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness as well as food sanitation.
• The job requires attention to detail, initiative, and decision-making capabilities.
• Team player attitude and superior customer service skills are required.
• Initiative to work beyond what is requested within the unit to achieve business goals of quality and service standards.
• Knowledge of basic math and ability to portion serving sizes as needed.
• Ability to interact effectively with coworkers of diverse ages, backgrounds, and interests.
• Ability to work as a team member under rushed conditions without loss of efficiency or effectiveness.
• Strong customer service skills, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and the ability to prepare and serve food while adhering to Appalachian State Campus Dining, and the State Board of Health regulations.
• Demonstrates engaging customer service to the Appalachian community.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience.
• Culinary School/ACF Certification.
• Obtain ServSafe certification within 1 year of employment.

Work Schedule/Hours

Campus Dining is a Sunday – Saturday, 6:00 am – 11:00 pm operation. Operations are reduced during university breaks. Employees are scheduled two days off each week based on business needs. Days off may not be consecutive days off. Several shifts available depending on business needs and availability. Two days will be given off. Weekends are a must. Employee may be required to work at least three home football games and/or any other special campus event. Schedules will be adjusted as needed to provide coverage for these events. Employees may be required to work some flex hours to support the needs of the business and/or for special campus events. Schedules will be adjusted as needed to provide coverage in these cases.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$35,360 - $35,845

Closing Date: 2/23/2025

Appalachian State University is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.