Prep Cook/Food Service Worker

Food Service WorkerThe University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply to a Food Service Worker opening within the University's Dining Services Department.Pay: $18.00 an hourShifts Available: 6:00AM - 2:30PMFull Time, 12 months out of the yearWork directly for the university, not a food service companyThis position works a flexible schedule based on business needs and could include nights and weekends.The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependentsGenerous Retirement Contributions to support your futureComprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and visionFully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&DPaid Parental Leave to support growing familiesDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvide assistance in the food preparation of meals in back-of-house or front-of-house operationsInteract with customers and prepare customized, made-to-order menu items in a high-volume environmentPrep food throughout shift and assist all culinary staff in completing prep sheetSet up/close down open line workstation for serviceFollow ServSafe food handling guidelines and maintain a clean work stationQUALIFICATIONSAt least a year of experience with food preparation, ideally in an institutional settingSuccessful completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment for all Dining Services positionsThis position is designated Emergency Essential. Emergency Essential employees may be expected to remain at work if campus closes during their regular work schedule or to report to work if the campus-closing announcement is made before their regular work schedule begins.JOIN OUR COMMUNITYThe University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.HOW TO APPLYAll interested candidates must apply online at Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.Official job posting is available at