Food Service Worker- Casual Hourly (Starting Hourly Rate $22.59)

Campus Dining is seeking customer service focused candidates for a Temporary Casual Foodservice Worker position. This position will be responsible for all levels of customer service while upholding Campus Dining's standards for quality, appeal, presentation, sanitation, safety, and cost. The successful candidate will also be responsible for maintaining all kitchen areas in a clean, safe and orderly fashion.

Starting Hourly Rate: $22.59.

Scheduling Timeframes Available (including weekdays and weekends):

• 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
• 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
• 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm  

The weekly hours for this position are based on operational needs, campus events, and shift availability.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare menu items in accordance with the established portion sizes, quality, and taste as designed.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, resolving concerns professionally, and ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Operate cash register, POS terminal, or card and credit card reader accurately according to departmental procedures.
• Adheres to the policy of "clean as you go." Assists in the daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning and maintenance duties including dish room.
• Maintain the storage areas, utilizing proper storage techniques, including a FIFO (first in/first out) policy for all foodstuffs.
• Responsible for wrapping, serving and transporting various food items according to procedure.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the Department of Campus Dining and Princeton University.
• Perform other tasks as directed by University management. 

Qualification:

• Ability to read, write and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Flexibility with scheduling. Weekend work, late hours, extended hours and work outside unit required.
• Prior dependable work record.
• Stand or walk up to 2 hours at one time for a total of 6-8 hours per day.
• Sit for no more than 2 hours during an 8 hour day.
• Lift or carry up to 30 pounds frequently (34-66% of the workday).
• Lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
• Push or pull using forces up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
• Frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or pulling with forces up to 30 pounds (34-66% of the workday).
• Bend, squat, kneel, climb stairs, reach overhead, lift overhead occasionally (less than 33% of the work day).
• Lift up to 30 pounds in a range of motions from floor to overhead.
• Lift 50 pounds in a range of motions from floor to chest height.
• Work under a range of temperature conditions including outdoor work during all seasons.
• Possess physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance.
• Experience Knowledge of New Jersey State Health Department rules and regulations.

Required Skills:

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to take direction and work in a team.
• Must have the ability to coordinate tasks to meet production deadlines.
• Must be flexible in handling multiple assignments and ability to work in multiple venues.
• Must have knowledge of customer service standards.
• The final candidate will be required to complete a background check and post-offer pre-employment physical successfully.

Preferred Skills:

• One year's experience as a food service worker or equivalent in culinary training (preferred, not required).

Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Your candidate dashboard may not display status updates for this requisition.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.