Food Service Worker Lead

Washington State University•Pullman, WA
•$3,827 - $4,517•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker Lead works under the direct supervision of management in Dining Services to help maintain efficient, courteous service and ensure quality, safe, properly portioned food is delivered according to established menus and operational standards in customer service areas. The role helps maintain sanitation and cleanliness in production and service areas and promotes the correct use and care of equipment. The lead contributes to a positive, productive, collaborative workplace and supports the team in providing exceptional customer service. Dining Services is a dynamic operation that adapts to industry trends and new information to meet and exceed guest expectations; duties may change in response to operational needs and directions from management. This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent, overtime-eligible position with a nine-month position term, located in Pullman, Washington. A hiring incentive of up to $3,500 is available. The monthly salary is $3,827 to $4,517, with successful candidates typically hired at the beginning of the range and receiving scheduled increases under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

  • Possess, or be eligible to obtain, a food handler’s permit.
  • Have one year of experience in quantity or institutional food preparation and serving, including six months of experience directing the work of others, or equivalent education/experience.
  • Possess or be able to obtain a Washington Food Handler’s Permit within 14 days of employment.
  • Be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

  • Two to five years of food service experience.
  • Multifaceted food experience.
  • Experience leading and training employees.
  • General knowledge of commercial-grade kitchen equipment use, safety, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Help maintain efficient and courteous service in customer service areas.
  • Ensure delivery of quality, safe, and properly portioned food according to established menus and operational standards.
  • Help ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness throughout production and service areas.
  • Promote the correct use and care of equipment.
  • Support the team in providing exceptional customer service and contribute to a positive, productive, and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

  • Hiring incentive payment of up to $3,500.
  • Paid sick and vacation leave.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
  • Training and development.
  • Employee tuition waiver.
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