Food Service Worker Lead - Utility

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $3,500

Tuition waiver / benefits package

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Washington State University in Pullman, WA seeks a Food Service Worker Lead - Utility to supervise student staff in dish and pots-and-pans areas. You will ensure sanitation, proper storage, and readiness of dishware to support Dining Services operations.

The role includes leading others, maintaining a safe work environment, and contributing to a positive team culture. A hiring incentive up to $3,500 is available.

Qualifications

• Food handler's permit required or eligible.
• Experience in quantity or institutional food prep and serving, incl. directing others.
• Ability to obtain Washington Food Handler's Permit within 14 days.
• Willing to work a varied schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead student employees and non-permanent staff in the dish room and pots-and-pans areas.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment and proper storage of dishware and cookware.
• Contribute to efficient Dining Services operations and teamwork.

Skills

Food handling

Staff supervision

Sanitation

Schedule flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: September 27, 2026 If 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 - Utility

Employee Type: Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Food Service Worker Lead - Utility for Student Affairs , you will work under the general supervision of Dining Services Management to perform assigned duties while leading and instructing student employees and non-permanent staff in the dish room, pots-and-pans room, and other related work areas. You will help maintain a clean and sanitary environment, ensure an adequate supply of clean, properly sanitized, and appropriately stored dishware, utensils, cookware, and other necessary items, and distribute them to workstations or storage areas according to operational needs. In this role, you will contribute to the efficient operation of Dining Services while fostering a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.

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 be willing to work a varied work schedule

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two to five years' food service experience.
• Multi-faceted food experience.
• Experience leading and training employees.
• General knowledge of commercial grade kitchen equipment use, safety, and maintenance.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College:

Student Affairs

Department Name:

Dining Services

Location:

Pullman, WA

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

11 Month