Food Service Worker Lead

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $3,500

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Food Service Worker Lead in Pullman, WA to support the Dining Services team. You will assist the Chef and culinary staff in preparing and presenting platform menu items, special menus, and catering options.

The role focuses on maintaining par stock levels, proper food handling and storage, and keeping dishware and storage areas organized. A background in food service and leadership is preferred, with driving eligibility and a Washington food handler

Qualifications

• Possession of, or eligible for, a food handler’s permit and one year of experience in quantity or institutional food preparation and serving; includes six months directing work.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Washington Food Handler’s Permit within 14 days of employment.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef and culinary team in the preparation and presentation of food in assigned areas.
• Develop and maintain par stock levels to ensure adequate product availability while minimizing waste.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of all food products.

Job description

## Food Service Worker LeadApply: Pullman, WA: Full time: Posted Today: R-15424**Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:**September 27, 2026If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.**Available Title(s):**675G-YY\\_CS\\_NPS - Food Service Worker Lead**Business Title:**Food Service Worker Lead**Employee Type:**Classified**Position Details:****The Opportunity:**As the **Food Service Worker Lead** for **Dining Services**, you will work under the direction of the Management Team and the indirect supervision of the Manager to support the Chef and culinary team in the preparation and presentation of food in assigned areas, including platform menu items, special menus, prep items, and catering selections. You will help develop and maintain appropriate par stock levels to ensure adequate product availability while minimizing waste, and you will ensure the proper handling, storage, and rotation of all food products. In this role, you will provide an adequate supply of clean, sanitary, and properly stored dishware, utensils, pots, and pans to designated work areas, maintain the cleanliness and organization of storage areas and the loading dock, and assist with entering orders, receiving food, paper products, cleaning supplies, and other deliveries. You will also be responsible for properly storing, rotating, and organizing food, paper, and chemical inventory throughout the unit, as well as ensuring the proper care and maintenance of all equipment used in daily operations.**To support WSU’s ability to attract talent in a competitive job market, this recruitment has been approved for a hiring incentive payment of up to $3,500.00. More information regarding the hiring incentive payment program can be located on the HRS website:*****Hiring Incentive – Human Resource Services, Washington State University (wsu.edu)******.*****Additional Information:**This is a **full time** (100**%** FTE), **permanent** position. This position is overtime **eligible.** **Monthly Salary:** $3,827 to $4,517 | Range 37 Steps F - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. **Benefits:** WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.**Required Qualifications:*** Possession of, or eligible for, a food handler’s permit AND one year of experience in quantity or institutional food preparation AND serving, which includes six months experience directing the work of others; OR equivalent education/experience.* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Washington Food Handler’s Permit within 14 days of employment.* Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Two to five years food service experience.* Multi-faceted food experience.* Experience in a la carte restaurant cooking and various international/ethnic cuisines.* Experience leading and training employees.* General knowledge of commercial grade kitchen equipment use, safety, and maintenance.* One to two years experience in increasingly responsible storeroom positions, to include receiving, storing and organizing all supplies.**Position Sponsorship Eligibility:** Not eligible for work visa sponsorship **About Department/College/Area/ Campus** - dining.wsu.edu **Area/College:** Student Affairs **Department Name:** Dining Services **Location:** Pullman, WA **Application Instructions:** Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume **External candidates**, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. **Current WSU Employees (internal candidates)**, before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday. **Background Check:** This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.**Time Type:**Full time**Position Term:**9 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].