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

Princeton University•Princeton, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Campus Dining at Princeton University is hiring a Food Service Worker for Forbes Dining Hall. The role is responsible for cold food preparation, front-of-house service, and ware-washing, while providing customer service and keeping kitchen areas and stations clean, safe, and orderly. The position follows a recurring academic-year schedule; employees do not work during the summer, and work dates follow the University academic calendar. University benefits are included for the full calendar year. The schedule is Thursday through Monday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with Tuesday and Wednesday off, for 20 hours per week. The position is benefits-eligible and eligible for overtime. The starting 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, extended and evening hours, and work outside the assigned unit; must meet the needs of an essential personnel position.
Compliance with Campus Dining protocols and procedures, including safety and uniform standards.
Knowledge of food preparation and ability to coordinate tasks to meet production deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Collegiate dining experience.
Knowledge of HACCP policies and procedures.
Experience using digital and analog thermometers, 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 recipes, portion sizes, quality standards, and taste adjustments; prepare products for salad production and assist with food production as directed during peak demand or for training.
Maintain the dishroom, kitchen equipment, servery, and related areas in safe and sanitary condition, following the “clean as you go” policy and assisting with scheduled cleaning and maintenance.
Correct or report safety and sanitation hazards.
Take, observe, and record food and equipment temperatures according to HACCP policies and principles.
Perform card-checking duties for Campus Dining patrons as needed.
Maintain storage areas using proper storage practices, 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 in related areas and stations within 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 Department of Campus Dining and Princeton University policies and procedures.

Benefits

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