Catering Worker (University Park) - Grade 9

Penn State University • Benner Township, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State is searching for a full time Catering Worker (University Park) - Grade 9 to join the team. This role involves a variety of tasks related to food service, machine operation, cleaning, and general facility maintenance within a university setting.

Requirements

• Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, whole numbers and the carrying out of instructions; and the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required.
• Up to and including 3 months of effective experience.
• A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for operations; report malfunctions to supervisor; drain and clean machines
• Clean and wash soiled dishes, glasses, silverware, utensils, and other equipment
• Remove, stack, store clean dishes in proper areas
• Clean, burnish and detarnish silver, remove stains from china and glasses, as scheduled
• Wash, scour, rinse, dry and properly store pots and pans used in kitchen areas
• Serve food and beverages as required
• Wear all uniforms required
• Operate kitchen equipment such as dish machine, floor scrubbing equipment, carpet cleaning equipment
• Clean, sweep, mop, wax and buff, strip and seal assigned areas such as floors in kitchens and dining rooms, concession stands, stairs and dock floors, following daily and weekly periodic cleansing schedules
• Set up buffet areas, meeting rooms following diagrams
• Use ladders in the cleaning of windows, ceilings, walls and light fixtures, also replace light bulbs, when necessary
• Clean various locations, such as, kitchen areas, concession stands, offices, restrooms, storage rooms, receiving dock, stairwells, and dining rooms
• Collect and remove refuse, garbage, etc., to designated locations
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition
• Make minor adjustments such as, tightening screws, adjusting belts, replacing cotter keys, screws, etc.
• Report any malfunctions or damage to equipment, furnishings or facilities to supervisor
• Assist the storeroom clerk in receiving and storing, issuing and delivering foods and supplies to indicated locations; report discrepancies to storeroom clerk or supervisor
• Work from directions or requisitions to select and deliver foods and supplies to various preparation centers
• Clean, process, portion various raw food products
• Operate university vehicle as required in the performance of assigned duties

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed