Specialty Food Project Assistant

Specialty Food Project Assistant

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Specialty Food Project Assistant for the Rutgers Food Innovation Center (RFIC) to assist with the coordination of the SOFI Awards judging process.

• Ensures judging samples are perfectly timed to stay hot or cold, maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Directs and coordinates others to assist with judging activities and logistics.
• Supports scheduling and preparation for SOFI Awards judging.
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains materials for judging activities.
• Tracks project progress and creates charts to monitor status until completion.
• Ensures judging areas meet food safety and operational standards.
• Communicates effectively with team members and participants.
• Unpacks, stores, and organizes incoming shipments for judging.
• Manages project inventory, ensuring accurate tracking and availability of supplies.
• Coordinates timing of hold and cold food.

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Offer Information:
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Full Time

Up to 40 hours per week

Day

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

People Soft

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Strong organizational and computer skills, including data tracking, inventory management, and chart creation.
• Ability to work independently, take direction, and lead others.
• Attention to detail and strong time-management skills.

• Two years of related experience in restaurant kitchen management.

• This role requires flexible daytime availability.
• Located in Bridgeton, NJ, Cumberland County.

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