Material Handler

Material Handler S06

Student & Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellbeing, connection and belonging, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

Cornell Dining is comprised of more than 30 on-campus eateries, including multiple all-access dining rooms, cafs, coffee shops, food courts, retail convenience stores, concessions stands, a restaurant and catering services. From crafting holiday-themed meals to chef surprises and dining room special events, the Cornell Dining team of more than 400 skilled culinarians and front-line associates, and 600 student employees work hard every day to offer a variety of fresh and healthy food from all over the world. Cornell Dining's mission is a commitment to Nourishing the Future: both for our guests and for our team. This is accomplished with a team-oriented and customer-service mindset, and an emphasis on training, education, professional development and career path opportunities for our entire organization.

The S06 Material Handler supports Cornell Catering's high-volume operation by ordering, tracking, and restocking catering linens, paper goods, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. This role helps ensure supplies, equipment, and resources are available and organized for daily catering functions and special events. Working closely with Catering leadership, the position assists with inventory control, receiving, event logistics, and operational processes to support efficient service delivery and maintain quality standards.

Likely daily tasks include:

• Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining appropriate stock of assigned items to support daily catering operations and special events.
• Work with the Banquets Manager of operations to maintain various storage and supply areas, trucks, and catering equipment, to ensure materials are accessible and accounted for.
• Assisting with various event logistics by preparing, packing, and coordinating supplies and equipment for assigned catering functions.
• Supporting overall receiving activities, including inspecting deliveries as they arrive and conducting audits to help ensure incoming orders are accurate and complete.
• Monitoring packing, beverage preparation, and sanitation activities throughout the catering functions to help maintain high quality, safety, and operational standards.

Success in this role requires strong organizational and time-management skills, keen attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. The ideal candidate can balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining established food safety, quality, and operational standards. This position requires flexibility to adapt to changing event needs and customer requests, as well as the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively prioritize tasks to support efficient catering operations.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Location and schedule assignments will be based on business needs. Position may require regular evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Daily tasks, locations and schedules may be subject to change including the potential for seasonal lay-offs.

This is position is part of the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. The current rate of pay is listed in the collective bargaining agreement here: and starts at $26.64/hour.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma, or equivalent such as BOCES, and four - five years of related experience.
• Knowledge of automated computer systems/programs related to inventory, ordering or material handling.
• Basic skills in reading, writing, English speaking and math
• Basic knowledge of preventive vehicle maintenance such as fluid levels, inspection schedules, etc.
• Must possess a valid New York State driver's license with no major driving violations. Must be able to obtain DOT driving certification. Must be comfortable driving a large box truck and van and safely operate delivery under reasonably inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to stand for long periods at time.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Group leader skills preferred.
• Additional education and experience preferred including higher education food service or related restaurant experience. Knowledge of storeroom and inventory techniques is highly preferred as well as proper sanitation and HACCP procedures helpful. Experience in Food Management System (FSS) highly preferred.

No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.