Event Staff

Job Title Temporary Food Service/Kitchen Worker Job Family Temporary Auxiliary Services Level No Grade - Hourly Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Range Refer to Posting Language Remote Option Availability Onsite Responsibilities A Meetings and Events Server’s primary responsibility is to provide superior personalized service to our guests while serving food and beverages. In addition to general food and service knowledge, the server must hold a high level of competency regarding beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails, and must serve as an educator and mentor to our student staff, cultivating hospitality and leadership skills. Other duties include presenting and processing guest payment, maintaining and requisitioning stock, setting up and breaking down the floor, maintaining proper cleanliness of the service area, and other side duties. Schedules are variable depending on business needs and may require evening, weekend, and holiday work hours. All team members are expected to foster a culture of belonging and psychological health by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming, showing respect and empathy, supporting others, speaking up about exclusion, and supporting work/life integration. Required Qualifications Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing. Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age to serve alcohol. 1+ years serving experience. Knowledgeable in sale and service of alcoholic beverages. Basic reading and writing skills required. Ability to learn Point of Sale systems and functions. Able to work standing for extended periods of time. Able to work flexible hours with variable start/end times, evenings, holidays, weekends, special events, a work schedule that may be subject to change on short notice. Preferred Qualifications 3+ Years Serving Experience. Experience in high volume bar environment. Previous management experience. Safety certification in food handling; knowledgeable of food allergens. EEO Statement Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr