Senior Food Service Worker

• Job
• Location:
  
  Duluth
• Job Family: LR-Service/Maintenance/Labor
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Job Code: 6072
• Employee Class:
  Teamsters Local 320

Visa Language: Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship. This position does not offer a STEM OPT training program.

The Promotional Priority Period for current Teamster applicants begins 10/7/2026 and ends 10/14/2026.

UMD Dining Services provides diverse and high-quality dining options across campus, including Superior Dining, our all-you-care-to-eat residential dining center, and a Food Court with five unique concepts-Subs & Wraps, Burgers, Pizza, Burritos, and Grab & Go. We also operate Northern Shores Coffee Shop, two dining kiosks, and a full-service restaurant, along with catering services for campus events. Dining Services focuses on providing diverse food options, sustainability efforts, and quality service to the campus community.

Job Duties:

• Prepare and serve food, following established food handling procedures.
• Operate and clean various kitchen equipment, including dish machines and pulpers.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas.
• Dishwashing
• Work collaboratively with a diverse group of team members including students.
• Communicate and inform the supervisor of operational issues.
• Lead worker responsibilities:
  Handle customer service, orient and train team members, assign tasks in the area of responsibility.

These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this work and do not limit the assignment of related responsibilities in any position of this class or assignment of responsibilities performed by a lower classification.

Dining Services retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position to assist in all areas of Dining Operations based on business needs.

Position Duration: 9-month position

Work Environment: In-Person

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years relevant experience or education in large food operations or quantity food production.
• Ability to accurately perform recipe conversion calculations
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Proficient in verbal communication, written communication and accurate record keeping
• Proficient at multitasking while organizing, planning and prioritizing work

Pay Range: $23.46 - $26.24 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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