Food Service Worker I

Kent State School of Fashion; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school of fashion is seeking a Food Service Worker I to assist with food preparation and ensure cleanliness of service areas. This entry-level position involves various duties, including serving food and maintaining kitchen standards. The candidate should have a passion for food service and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation preferred.
• Must acquire Ohio Department of Health's Level Two certification in Food Protection.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and demonstrate physical dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Assists in food preparation and related service activities.
• Cleans work and dining areas and prepares food.
• Informs supervisor of supply and food requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Ability to operate kitchen equipment

Basic math skills

Physical dexterity

Communication

Education

Vocational education program in food preparation and service (preferred)

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• Kent Campus - Kent
• Staff/Classified AFSCME
• Closing on: Jun 11 2025
• 996328
• UCS Personnel and Management - 101319
  
  

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Job Title

Food Service Worker I

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Salary

$15.30 - $15.99 (6 month rate)

Basic Function

Assists in food preparation and related food service activities. Reports to Food Service Manager, Food Service General Manager, or other designated supervisor.

Examples Of Duties

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Sets up and tears down service lines; serves on lines; portions, slices and wraps food; sets and clears tables; sets up and clears carts; gets supplies from storage; washes pots and pans; and operates dishwashing machine.

Cleans and prepares vegetables and fruits for cooking or serving; makes sandwiches, salads, desserts and beverages; toasts, grills and fries foods.

Cleans work, serving, dining, and receiving areas; sweeps and mops floors, washes walls, cleans and shampoos carpets, cleans glass and windows, and empties trash.

Informs assigned supervisor of preparation, serving equipment, supply and food requirements, problems and shortages; may maintain records.

May reheat prepared foods.

May assist Cooks; may train and direct student employees in food service procedures; may participate in training new employees.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Prior experience or completion of vocational education program in food preparation and service preferred.

License/Certification

Must acquire the Ohio Department of Health's Level Two certification in Food Protection during the employee's probationary period.

Knowledge Of

Skill In:

Ability To

Operate kitchen equipment and utensils

Apply sanitation standards

Read (e.g., computer generated production sheets), write (e.g., to fill out forms, inventory counts), and accurately follow oral and written instructions to include recipes

Perform basic mathematics (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and to calculate percentages)

Demonstrate physical dexterity and lift 50 pounds

Apply appropriate safety practices

Communicate with University personnel and public (e.g., to speak to patrons)

Maintain accurate records

Assessments

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Food production environment; exposed to sharp utensils, kitchen equipment, slippery floors, cleaning solutions, and variable temperatures; requires frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds (e.g., trays of food), occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds (e.g., food products), and extended periods of standing; may work varied hours and shifts to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Working Schedule

Additional Information:

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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