On-Call Dining Service Worker
- Employer
- University of Puget Sound
- Location
- Washington, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- May 2, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Food Services Management
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Part Time
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On-Call Dining Service Worker
University of Puget Sound
Job ID: 6043
Location: Student Union-Dining Services
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Staff Posting Details
Appointment: This is a temporary, on-call position and hours vary week to week. On any given week, you could be scheduled up to 24 hours.
Position Summary: This position is assigned by station and is responsible for the set-up and service within the station. For food stations and the servery that will likely include food preparation and/or stocking and service of food to the customer; for dish and pots stations the focus is on cleaning and restocking of culinary and service ware. DSWs are cross trained and should be able to work within the different types of stations.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
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Set-up the
station according to established standards. Depending on the
station assignment, this may include:
Firing of
equipment: fryers, griddle, grill, steamers, steam tables, ovens,
pasta cookers, soup kettles, woks, hot boxes, frozen yogurt
machine, dish machine, pot machine, etc.
Prep and cooking
of station menu items, following established production standards:
standardized recipes, production sheets, waste logs, temp logs and
other resources as instructed
Gathering
service utensils, condiments and other service needs
Set-up of
display plates
Menu
signage
Restocking
china, utensils, napkins, paper products, gloves
Restocking milk
machine, beverages, cereals, condiments and other food/beverage
items.
Filling and
maintenance of sanitation buckets
Additional responsibilities during service times may include:
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Proper
portioning and service to the guest
General dining
area cleanliness, including bussing tables in all public areas
Break down the
station according to established standards. Depending on the
station assignment, this may include:
Proper cooling,
labeling and storage of food in refrigerators, freezers, and
storerooms
Proper product
rotation in walk-ins, production coolers, and holding cabinets to
assure timely use of food items and minimize potential waste
Daily cleaning
of kitchen and food storage areas, utensils, and equipment
General duties include:
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Cleaning and
sanitation within assigned station and other DS managed areas,
including sweeping, mopping, trash/garbage removal
Recycling of
cardboard, paper, plastic and aluminum
Operation of
standard kitchen appliances and equipment as listed within station
set-up, above, and other items e.g. coffee maker, toaster,
choppers, grinders, etc.
Works with, and
instructs, student staff and regular staff in food preparation and
service, storage, and handling of food items as assigned
Maintains
sanitary work area and habits in accordance with Pierce County
Health Department specifications and requirements
Regular and
predictable attendance
Maintains good
personal hygiene habits, including washing of hands
Performs duties
in a safe manner and reports all accidents to the immediate
supervisor
Performs other
duties as assigned by supervisor
Complies with
Dining & Event Services (DES) standards and philosophy
Adheres to
policies as outlined in the DES Handbook
Qualifications:
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Ability to operate all equipment
necessary to perform the job
Valid Food Worker Card
Ability to count and to read short
sentences with a common vocabulary
The job offer to the successful
candidate is contingent upon the results of background inquiry, and
pre-placement physical exam (including drug testing), and strength
test
Excellent written and verbal
communication abilities are essential
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
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Experience with operating standard
kitchen appliances and equipment, e.g., coffee maker, toaster,
dishwasher, etc.
Customer service experience
Language Skills
Must be able to speak clearly, listen attentively, read, write, and understand English
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Must be able to stand on one's feet
for extended periods of time, use hand/finger dexterity
continually, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Ability to lift 35 lbs. on an
occasional basis.
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Ability to respectfully work,
communicate and provide leadership within a diverse campus
community
Compensation and Benefits: Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations.
This position is not eligible for benefits. Rate of pay is $15.00/hr.
Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.
Required Documents:
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Resume
Letter of Interest
Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.
All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of all required background checks and if applicable for the position, drug screen, physical test and functional assessment. All new hires will be required to submit proof of current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster) or receive an approved medical or religious exemption from the university.
Diversity Statement:
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We acknowledge the
richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university
community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that
education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon
multiple perspectives.
We aspire to
create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key
characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity
of all parts of our University community through commitment to
diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a
spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our
campus community.
We act to achieve
an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full
educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to
prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.
Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: https://pugetsound.edu/about-puget-sound-0/mission-core-values/institutional-equity-diversity
The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.
How to Apply
For complete job description and application instructions, visit: www.pugetsound.edu/employment
About Puget Sound
Puget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college.
As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AA
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