Part-Time Food Service Worker

Washington and Lee University • Lexington, VA

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Washington and Lee University Dining Services has multiple part-time positions available. With five retail restaurants, one all-you-care-to-eat facility, and a scratch bakery department, there are positions available that will suit just about any schedule and skill set. Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to acquire within a year of employment date.
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and provide responses in writing.
• Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications is also required.
• Must be committed to following departmental standards and guidelines to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check.
• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

• Performs food preparation according to departmental standards.
• Follows ServSafe guidelines regarding food preparation and service.
• Adheres to uniform dress code.
• Follows inventory and stocking system; ensures that supplies are properly stored and organized in workstation areas.
• Participates in the setup, service, and breakdown of assigned work areas and catered events.
• Clear remaining food, beverages, or serving items, and wash dishes as needed.
• Maintains cash register, handling cash, credit cards, and University ID transactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED