Part Time - Food Service - Worker

The Pennsylvania State University

United States

On-site

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking organized and motivated individuals to join Penn State Greater Allegheny Housing & Food Services as Part Time Food Service Workers during the academic year. Multiple openings/shifts available including weekday, weekend, day and evening hours at Cafe Metro.

Responsibilities include serving and preparing food at stations, basic grilling and frying, preparing deli and salads, following recipes, and maintaining cleanliness and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Serve and Prepare Food Items at various food stations as Directed.
  • Basic Grilling & Deep Frying.
  • Preparing Deli and Salad Items.
  • Follow simple recipes and job aides and be knowledgeable about menus and recipe ingredients.
  • Maintain quality, freshness and cleanliness of food station.
  • Check products to ensure they meet established standards of appearance, quality and portion size.
  • Replace all products that do not meet standards.
  • Operate equipment including grills, fryers, microwave/convection/combi ovens, pizza and toaster ovens, dough press, panini machine, steam tables, slicer, chopper, etc.
  • Clean floors, by sweeping, wet and dry mopping, or vacuuming as instructed.
  • Perform periodic and special cleaning duties as required.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State Greater Allegheny Housing & Food Services is seeking organized and motivated individuals dedicated to providing exceptional customer service as Part Time Food Service Workers during the academic year. Multiple openings/shifts available including weekday, weekend, day and evening hours at Cafe Metro.

Job Duties
  • Serve and Prepare Food Items at various food stations as Directed.
  • Basic Grilling & Deep Frying.
  • Preparing Deli and Salad Items.
  • Follow simple recipes and job aides and be knowledgeable about menus and recipe ingredients.
  • Maintain quality, freshness and cleanliness of food station.
  • Check products to ensure they meet established standards of appearance, quality and portion size.
  • Replace all products that do not meet standards.
  • Operate equipment including grills, fryers, microwave/convection/combi ovens, pizza and toaster ovens, dough press, panini machine, steam tables, slicer, chopper, etc.
  • Clean floors, by sweeping, wet and dry mopping, or vacuuming as instructed.
  • Perform periodic and special cleaning duties as required.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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There's a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world's universities. Across 24 campuses, our 100,000 students and 40,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom - it's the positive impact made on communities across the world. Our ideals stem from our origins as Pennsylvania's sole land-grant institution, which allow us to continue to bring positive impact to humanity through our teaching, research, and engagement mission. And across the world is a community of Penn Staters - more than half a million strong - driven by that same spirit to serve our local and global communities. At Penn State, passion is met with collaboration in an environment that is rooted in shared pride for the accomplishments of our fellow students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Penn Staters cheer each other on to build a culture committed to service and engagement. Our University values represent our core ethical aspirations for all our daily activities and actions as students, faculty, staff, and volunteers at Penn State. Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community. We Are Penn State. One Community. Impacting Many.

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