Food Service Worker

Upper Crust Food Service; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Pet insurance

401(K) with company match

Life & AD&D

Short & Long-Term Disability

Accident coverage

Referral Bonuses

Summer Employment Opportunities

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Seattle is seeking a versatile Food Service Worker to support back and front of house operations, from food prep to check-in desk, under the Chef and Dining Director.

You will handle catering support, cleaning, restocking, safe food handling, and guest service, with opportunities to contribute to a flagship campus account while maintaining high quality and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a kitchen or catering setting preferred.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
• Punctual, reliable with a flexible schedule including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute prep tasks: washing, peeling, cutting ingredients per recipes.
• Prepare dough, add toppings, and operate pizza ovens for quality.
• Support catering setup/breakdown, food transport, buffet, guest service.
• Assist Chef by retrieving equipment and managing par-cooked items.
• Keep work areas clean, sanitize utensils, follow health regulations.
• Wrap/date-label/store food, monitor stock, notify management of low supplies.
• Clean tables and restock dining hall; check-in students and collect meal payments.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Excellent communication

Job description

We are seeking a versatile and proactiveFood Service Workerto join our team. This role is essential to our daily back and front of the house operations, requiring a candidate who can pivot from high-volume food preparation, catering support, cleaning and restocking dining hall to check-in desk. You will work closely with the Chef and Dining Director to ensure all meet quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitized environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute prep tasks including washing, peeling, and cutting ingredients according to established recipes.
• Master dough preparation, apply toppings with precision, and operate specialized pizza ovens for consistent quality.
• Support the setup and breakdown of catering events, including food transport, buffet arrangement, and guest service.
• Provide direct support to the Chef by retrieving equipment, managing par-cooked items, and maintaining an organized workspace.
• Ensure all work areas, utensils, and equipment are cleaned following health and safety regulations.
• Help wrap, date-label, and store food items while monitoring stock levels to notify management of low supplies
• Assist cleaning tables, floor and restocking the dining hall area
• Check-in students and collect payment for meals

Qualifications & Technical Expertise

• Experience:1-2 years previous background in a kitchen or catering environment is highly preferred.
• Skills: Basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Strong physical stamina; must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with team members during busy service hours.
• Certifications:Possession of or willingness to obtain aFood Handler’s Card.
• Reliability:Punctuality and a flexible schedule, including potential weekend or holiday shifts

Health, Safety, & Regulatory Compliance

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Keep work areas, equipment, and dining spaces clean and organized.
• Use kitchen equipment and cleaning products safely.
• Report safety concerns, accidents, or equipment issues to management.
• Follow company safety policies and complete required training.
• Properly label, store, and handle food to maintain quality and safety.

Why Join Upper Crust Food Service?

We offer a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to lead a flagship account within the Seattle collegiate landscape.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Pet insurance
• A competitive 401(K) with company match up to 4% of pay, eligible after 1 year
• Optional protection including Life & AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability & Accident coverage
• Referral Bonuses – Rewards for bringing in qualified new hires
• Summer Employment Opportunities - travel across the country to work in new locations