Food Service Worker - Continuous; appointment - M Food

Overview

A Food Service Worker at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is a crucial member of the M Food Co. team for ensuring the smooth operation of the residential dining halls and retail locations across the Twin Cities campus (East Bank, West Bank, and St. Paul Campus). Food Service Workers play a meaningful role in providing an exceptional dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

This position is a blanket position, meaning work assignments are assigned and changed based on location and operational needs until a specific position is awarded. This is a 9-month appointment running approximately August 24 to May 15. Hours may vary with the academic year and breaks. This position may be designated as essential and is represented by the Teamsters Bargaining Unit.

Pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

The following examples do not include all possible tasks and responsibilities, nor limit the assignment of additional related tasks including tasks typically performed by a lower classification.

• Assembles products to service including front-line finish product cooking
• Serves food and maintains points of service and beverage stations for product and cleanliness
• Prepares fresh fruits and vegetables
• Assists cook and senior food service worker as assigned
• Operates induction burners, Turbochef-type ovens, grills, fryers, mechanical cutting equipment, mixers, and other manual kitchen utensils including knives
• Completes food production records
• Prepares and serves branded products according to brand specifications following specified recipes and portion control
• Participates in menu presentation and food quality assessment in conjunction with a manager or lead worker
• Assists in training and assigning tasks to student employees and new food service workers
• Puts away food and supplies
• Completes daily, weekly and monthly cleaning as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Required Qualifications:

• Relevant experience or education in large food operations or quantity food production. Experience requirements vary by assignment.
• Ability to accurately perform recipe conversion calculations
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment
• Regular attendance is an essential qualification for this position

Continued employment in this position is contingent upon passing a Food Safety test during probation period.

Pay Range: $21.80-$23.56/hr; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You may attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. For accommodations during the application process, please e-mail employ or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience and supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

To learn more about diversity at the University, visit diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements: Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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