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Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Food Service Assistant
Job Summary:
University Housing is looking for individuals to join our Dining and Culinary Services Food Service Assistant Advanced team!
The Food Service Assistant Advanced prepares and serves food according to quality and safety standards to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve departmental food service goals. As a Food Service Assistant Advanced in University Housing you will:
Interact with English speaking customers while displaying knowledge of food products, allergens, and food safety
Perform duties in a high-volume, dynamic, student residential dining environment
Demonstrate and role model exceptional customer service
Provide support and assist as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency
Work Schedule:
Multiple vacancies may be available
The primary schedule for this position typically consists of five, 8-hour shifts per week that may fall on any day of the week. Schedules may rotate every other weekend.
Operational and work schedules will be closely aligned with the services and customer needs of the unit. As a result, work schedules may be adjusted during specific times of the year, including summer and winter break hours.
This is a full-time ongoing appointment
This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location
Work schedule will be set with selected finalist(s) at time of offer. Schedule alterations as operations and position expectations demand.
Be part of the Dining and Culinary Services team that serves the residents of the University Residence Halls, as well as UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Apply today!
Key Job Responsibilities:
Coordinates and performs the set-up and clean-up of preparation, production, service areas, catering events, and equipment
Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
Assists and guides student workers
Greets customers, answers questions, and provides basic information regarding food preparation and associated activities
Performs routine food preparation activities such as portioning, chopping food, and serving food to customers
Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
Prepares a variety of basic dishes such as sandwiches and salads, and assists in the preparation of more complex dishes
Department:
Division of University Housing, Dining and Culinary Services
University Housing Dining and Culinary Services provides affordable meals made from locally sourced ingredients and innovative dining options to residents, guests, and staff. We have market-place style locations in six buildings throughout campus. These marketplaces offer a new variety of selections each day, as well as made-to-order stations. Additionally, there are convenience stores, coffeehouses, and two franchises throughout campus, as well as a Catering, and Central Production and Bakery operation.
Within the Eagle Heights Community Garden, Dining and Culinary Services has a 1-acre Campus Farm producing vegetables that are used in menus in marketplaces, as well as in Grab & Go items in convenience stores and on the Electric Eats Food Truck.
Compensation:
The starting hourly wage is $17.75 or higher based on qualifications.
This position includes significant night and weekend shift differentials, a free meal for every shift, and a $1,000 referral bonus for each person hired. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at ( https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ ).
Required Qualifications:
6 months of food service experience in a…