Food Service Worker

Priority Review Date Note - Posting may close at any time. Responsibilities Sets‑up and serves a variety of food items from counters and steam tables to cafeteria/snack shop patrons by following established methods, standards and procedures to ensure appropriate sized portions are distributed, and to provide prompt, quality service. Prepares various food items, such as sandwiches, salads, garnishes, fresh fruits and raw vegetables to provide daily service to patrons and cooks, and to complete catering orders. Ensures fresh food is properly cared for by wrapping unused portions and refrigerating those items requiring cold storage. Cleans and sanitizes work areas, such as counter tops, coffee, hot chocolate and juice machines, as well as slicers, scales, refrigerators and shelves to ensure a sanitary area for the preparation and serving of food. Uses equipment, such as scales and electric slicing machines to slice and weigh meat, cheese, etc. for catering orders and buffets. Scrapes, sorts and pre‑rinses soiled dishware, glasses, and silverware; places them in the dishwashing machine; removes clean items and delivers them to various dining areas to provide sanitary dishes for use in daily serving. Minimum Qualifications Current Food Handler’s Permit within one month of employment; must be able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in English; and a commitment to providing excellence in service required. Six months food handlers’ experience is preferred. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by TitleIX and 34 CFR part106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of TitleIX and its regulations may be referred to the TitleIX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/TitleIX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and TitleIX (OEO). More information, including the Director/TitleIX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12‑month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you a current University of Utah student? Yes No * How many months/years of food handling/concessions related work experience do you have? None Less than 6 months 6 months or more, but less than 1 year 1 year or more, but less than 3 years 3 years or more Required Documents Cover Letter Resume University Human Resource Management 250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Contact us: View phone number on click.appcast.io By Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr