Food Service Assistant

University of Wisconsin Stout • Menomonie, WI

4d • $16

About The Position

University Dining’s Food Service Assistants provide oversight for the set-up and maintenance of all front of house service-related tasks and ensures a clean and safe service area. These positions work closely with students, student managers, and limited term employees to serve customers. Department: University Dining includes two cafeterias (Commons and North Point Dining) and retail dining options in the Memorial Student Center (food court & convenience store), express food locations around campus, catering, and concessions. Some locations operate year-round, and others are closed during the summer months. University Dining is the largest student employer on campus. University Dining is committed to maintaining our inclusive and diverse community of full time, part time, and student employees.

Requirements

• Experience preparing food and working with food service equipment

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing customer service, either internal or external customers
• Education and/or training on basics of food safety

Responsibilities

• Performs routine food preparation activities such as portioning, chopping food, and serving food to customers
• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides basic information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• Assists and guides student workers
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• Prepares a variety of basic dishes such as sandwiches and salads, and assists in the preparation of more complex dishes
• Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures

Benefits

• The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
• Employee Benefits: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees