Salad Maker

University of Dayton; Dayton (OH); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Dayton is seeking a dedicated kitchen assistant to prepare salad items, grab-n-go meals, and other items per daily production sheets. You will slice deli meats and follow recipes under supervision, maintaining a sanitary station and adhering to safety policies.

The role requires lifting up to 60 pounds, standing for extended periods, basic math for production quantities, and effective communication in English. Swing shift 6:00am–1:30pm, 35 hours/week, with occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow written instructions and recipes.
• Good communication in English (written and spoken).
• Basic math skills to calculate production requirements.
• Lift and move pans/food containers up to 60 pounds regularly.
• Able to stand and perform tasks for long periods.
• Must be able to work in wet/dry conditions and temperature extremes.

Responsabilités

• Prepare salad items, grab-and-go items, and other production items per worksheets.
• Slice deli meats as required by worksheets and supervision.
• Set up, tear down, and clean production areas and equipment.
• Follow recipes and calculate needs per production sheets and labels.
• Maintain a sanitary work station and adhere to safety policies.

Connaissances

English communication

Math skills

Reading recipes

Dexterity

Mobility for shifts

Formation

High school diploma or equivalency

Description du poste

Job No: 503974
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Dayton, OH
Category: Bargaining Unit, AFSCME
Department: Dining Serv - Central Production - 800621
Pay Grade: 2 - Non Exempt (BU Dining)
Advertised: October 19, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

Position Summary: Responsible for preparation of all salad items, grab n go items, and all other items as required by daily production worksheets and/or under the direction of appropriate supervisory personnel. Responsible for the slicing of deli meats as required by daily production worksheets and/or under the direction of appropriate supervisory personnel. Must be able to follow and calculate a recipe. Responsible for maintaining a sanitary work station. Must follow all safety and sanitation policies and procedures. Responsible for the set up/tear down/clean up of all production equipment and production areas. Calculate needs of the various items according to production sheets and labels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• *Must have high school diploma or equivalency degree.
• *Must be able to effectively communicate (written and spoken) in English.
• *Must be able to listen attentively to supervisors and other employees.
• *Must be able to exert well paced mobility for periods up to four (4) hours in length.
• *Must have the ability to lift/place pans of food, containers and dish racks weighing up to 60 pounds on a regular basis.
• *Must possess hand and finger dexterity to use small tools adeptly.
• *Must be able to read English to follow written instructions, recipe formulations, etc.
• *Must be able to stoop, bend and move from area to area in the kitchen and dining area.
• *Must have a minimum of six (6) months in a food preparation position.
• *Must be able to visually differentiate colors for the purposes of food safety.
• *Must have basic math skills to calculate production requirements.
• *Must be able to work when exposed to wet floors and temperature extremes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• *One year work experience in a high volume food preparation setting.
• *Serve Safe Certification desired.
• *Should enjoy working with students and a diverse multi cultural staff.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

35 HOURS/WEEK. Swing shift. Primary shift 6:00am-1:30pm Monday-Friday with occasional weekends and holidays.

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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