Food Service Worker I (Dishwasher) – Student Center Dining

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,482; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Food Service Worker I in Columbia Township, Missouri. This role includes operating dishwashing machines, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting in training student employees. Excellent communication and physical capability are required. The anticipated hiring range is $15 - $16.32 hourly, with benefits including medical and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will have basic math and food service knowledge, along with a strong desire for customer service.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a physical examination to perform essential functions.
• Some knowledge in food preparation, service, and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the dish machine and washing station.
• Support and help train student employees in dishwashing operations.
• Ensure cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with departmental goals.
• Complete general cleaning tasks such as trash removal and kitchen upkeep.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

Ability to handle and lift heavy kitchen utensils and supplies

Good physical health

Some knowledge of and experience in basic food preparation, service, and/or sanitation methods

Desire to provide high-quality customer service

Job description

Hiring Department

Campus Dining Services

Job Description

Operate and maintain the dish machine and pot-and-pan washing station. Support and help train student employees in all dishwashing operations. Ensure proper cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance of equipment and work areas. Provide excellent customer service and contribute to department goals focused on quality and continuous improvement. Assist with general cleaning tasks such as stable wiping, trash removal, and kitchen upkeep. Complete required training and perform additional duties as assigned.

Shift

Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm

Minimum Qualifications

A job offer for this position is contingent on passing a physical examination to determine if the candidate possesses the physical capabilities necessary to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Ability to handle and lift heavy kitchen utensils and supplies (e.g. 40 pounds)
• Good physical health.
• Some knowledge of and experience in basic food preparation, service, and/or sanitation methods and a desire to provide high-quality customer service are strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dependability
• Communication skills: verbal, written, and through email
• Self-motivated
• Detail oriented

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $15 - $16.32 hourly

Grade

GGS B

University Title

FOOD SERVICE WORKER I

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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