Food Service Worker - Continuous

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 32,166 - 34,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays and time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

University HSA contributions

Employee wellbeing program

Excellent retirement plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is looking for a Food Service Worker to support dining operations across the Twin Cities campus. This role involves serving food, maintaining cleanliness of stations, and assisting in food preparation.

Required qualifications include experience in large food operations and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Join the team at the University of Minnesota to contribute to an exceptional dining experience for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in large food operations or quantity food production.
• Ability to perform recipe conversion calculations.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role.
• Attendance is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products and serve food.
• Maintain cleanliness of service points.
• Prepare fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Assist cooks and senior food service workers.
• Operate kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Complete food production records.

Skills

Experience in large food operations

Ability to perform recipe conversion calculations

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Ability to meet physical requirements

Regular attendance

Tools

Induction burners

Turbochef-type ovens

Grills

Fryers

Mechanical cutting equipment

Mixers

Job description

About the Job

Apply for Job ID 374520
Location: Twin Cities
Job Family: LR-Service/Maintenance/Labor
Full-Time Position, Regular appointment, Teamsters Local 320

The Promotional Priority Period for current Teamster applicants: 7/1/26 - 7/8/26.

A Food Service Worker at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is a crucial member of the M Food Co. team for ensuring the smooth operation of the residential dining halls and retail locations across the Twin Cities campus (East Bank, West Bank, and St. Paul Campus). Food Service Workers play a meaningful role in providing an exceptional dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

A Food Service Worker is responsible for serving and maintaining food stations, following simple recipes, and assisting cooks with food preparation. The position requires serving customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service, as well as following proper food handling, sanitation, and food storage procedures.

This is a 9‑month appointment, approximately from August to May, with possible reductions in hours during academic breaks.

The position may be designated as essential and is represented by the Teamsters Bargaining Unit.

Location and Work Schedule: This blanket position means work assignments and hours are assigned and changed based on location and operational needs until a position is awarded.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assemble products to serve, including front‑line finish product cooking
• Serve food and maintain points of service and beverage stations for product and cleanliness
• Prepare fresh fruits and vegetables
• Assist cook and senior food service worker as assigned
• Operate induction burners, Turbochef‑type ovens, grills, fryers, mechanical cutting equipment, mixers, and other manual kitchen utensils including knives
• Complete food production records
• Prepare and serve branded products according to brand specifications following specified recipes and portion control
• Make coffee, espresso‑based drinks, smoothies, etc.
• Participate in menu presentation and food quality assessment in conjunction with a manager or lead worker
• Assist in training and assigning tasks to student employees and new food service workers
• Put away food and supplies
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Relevant experience or education in large food operations or quantity food production. Experience requirements vary by assignment.
• Ability to accurately perform recipe conversion calculations
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment.
• Regular attendance is an essential qualification for this position

Continued employment is contingent upon passing a Food Safety test during the probation period.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $23.35 - $25.24 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.