Food Service Worker - Rocky Mathey College (Starting Hourly Rate $22.59)

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Campus Dining at Princeton University is hiring a Food Service Worker for the Rocky Mathey College Dining Hall. In alignment with the Department of Campus Dining’s core values, the role involves cold food preparation, front-of-house service, and ware-washing. The worker provides customer service and maintains kitchen areas and stations in a clean, safe, and orderly condition. The position follows a recurring academic-year schedule and does not work during the summer months; dates follow the University academic calendar. Benefits for this position are included for a full calendar year. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with Thursday and Saturday off, for 20 hours per week. The position is eligible for overtime and benefits and is classified as essential services personnel. The minimum hourly rate is $22.59.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or at least one year of relevant experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse population.
Strong multitasking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and extended and evening hours, and to work outside the assigned unit as required; must meet the needs of an essential personnel position.
Ability to comply with Campus Dining protocols and procedures, including safety and uniform standards.
Knowledge of food preparation and ability to coordinate tasks to meet production deadlines.
Ability to stand or walk for up to two hours at a time, totaling 6–8 hours per day.
Ability to sit for no more than two hours during an eight-hour day, except cashiers and card checkers, who may sit for 2–4 hours at a time, totaling 4–6 hours per day.
Ability to drive for no more than 30 minutes at a time.
Ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds from floor to overhead frequently and up to 50 pounds from floor to chest height occasionally.
Ability to push or pull with forces up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to use arms and hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, and pushing or pulling with forces up to 5 pounds continuously and up to 30 pounds frequently.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb stairs, reach overhead, and lift overhead occasionally.
Ability to work under a range of temperature conditions, including kitchens and walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
Physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance.
Adherence to University/EHS personal protective equipment (PPE) safety policies.

Nice To Haves

Collegiate dining experience.
Knowledge of HACCP policies and procedures.
Experience with digital and analog thermometers; ability to use scales and other measuring devices.
Skill in presenting and garnishing food.
Experience with kitchen and service equipment, including dish machines, steamers, ovens, slicers, choppers, mixers, blenders, hot and cold beverage dispensers, coffee brewers, espresso/cappuccino machines, flash freezers, and hand tools.

Responsibilities

Prepare cold food items according to established recipes, portion sizes, quality standards, and taste adjustments; prepare products for salad production and assist with food production when directed.
Maintain the dishroom, kitchen equipment, servery, and related areas in a safe and sanitary condition; perform daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning and maintenance duties.
Correct or report safety and sanitation hazards.
Take, observe, and record food and equipment temperatures in accordance with HACCP policies and principles.
Perform card-checking duties for Campus Dining patrons as needed.
Maintain storage areas using proper storage techniques, including first-in/first-out (FIFO) policies for food products.
Support departmental sustainability initiatives, including proper recycling.
Assist with production, service, and cleanup for special functions.
Work flexibly across related areas and stations in the unit.
Participate in required training.
Represent Campus Dining to patrons in a positive, professional manner.
Perform other tasks as directed by University Management.
Follow the policies and procedures of the Department of Campus Dining and Princeton University.

Benefits

Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and University holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits effective on the first day.
Employee Child Care Assistance Program.
Employee Tuition Assistance.
Children’s Educational Assistance Plan, with a tuition grant of up to $22,400 for college.
Continued career development and growth opportunities.
Commuter Benefits Program, including a 50% transit subsidy, NJ Transit bus pass, and carpool options.
Free uniforms and meals.
Retiree medical plans.
Employee Referral Program with a bonus of up to $500.
Culinary Boot Camp.
Comprehensive benefit program for eligible employees.