Food Service Worker | WSU Spokane - Riverpoint Cafe

Washington State University; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University Spokane is seeking a Food Service Worker to operate the campus café under supervision, performing food prep, service, and sanitation.

The role includes customer service, stock receipt, and cross-training to cover as PIC during supervisor absences. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Spokane, WA with benefits including paid leave, retirement, and tuition waiver, plus opportunities for advancement within dining services.

Qualifications

• Possession of, or eligible for, a food handler’s permit; OR equivalent education/experience.
• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year of experience in food service, food preparation, customer service, or a closely related environment; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe Food Handler Certification
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate commercial food service equipment and follow food safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods while performing duties.
• Effective communication and collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and customers.
• Ability to provide work direction as PIC during supervisor absences.
• Must have or obtain a valid driver’s license and meet driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparations & Service - 45%
• Customer Service & Cash Handling - 20%
• Inventory, Stocking, & Receiving - 15%
• Cleaning, Sanitation, & Food Safety - 10%
• Operational Coordination and Supervisor Coverage - 5%
• Other duties as assigned - 5%

Skills

Food handler permit

High school diploma

Customer service

ServSafe Certification

Operate commercial equipment

Lifting up to 50 lbs

PIC experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s): 675F-YN_CS_NPS - Food Service Worker

Business Title: Food Service Worker | WSU Spokane - Riverpoint Cafe

Employee Type: Classified

Position Details

The Opportunity: Washington State University Spokane is now accepting applications for a Food Service Worker. As a Food Service Worker, under general supervision, you will perform a variety of food service duties in the operation of the campus café. You will prepare and serve food and beverages, provide customer service, maintain food safety and sanitation standards, receive and stock supplies, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. You will also be cross‑trained to provide operational support and serve as the designated Person in Charge (PIC) during supervisor absences.

• Food Preparations & Service - 45%
• Customer Service & Cash Handling - 20%
• Inventory, Stocking, & Receiving - 15%
• Cleaning, Sanitation, & Food Safety - 10%
• Operational Coordination and Supervisor Coverage - 5%
• Other duties as assigned - 5%

Additional Information: This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. This position has work location in Spokane, WA. Monthly Salary: $3,253.00 to $4,300.00 | Range 35 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28. 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 Summary of Benefits for WSU Civil Services staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• Possession of, or eligible for at time of hire, a food handler’s permit; OR equivalent education/experience.
• High school graduation or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in food service, food preparation, customer service, or a closely related environment; or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe Food Handler Certification
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service while working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to safely operate commercial food service equipment and follow established food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods while performing food service duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and customers.
• Ability to provide work direction and coordinate café operations when serving as the designated Person in Charge (PIC) during supervisor absences.
• 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 or more years of progressively responsible food service experience.
• Experience preparing espresso beverages and operating commercial coffee equipment.
• Experience using a point‑of‑sale (POS) system and handling cash transactions.
• Experience receiving inventory, stocking supplies, and assisting with ordering.
• Experience working in a café, coffee shop, snack bar, or similar food service operation.
• Experience providing work direction or serving as a designated lead or Person in Charge.
• Person in Charge (PIC) certification

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College: Office of the Provost | WSU Health Sciences

Location: Spokane, WA 99202

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: 12 Month

Washington 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].

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Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.