Food Truck Event Staff

Universities of Wisconsin•Stevens Point, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports University Dining’s newest department on wheels, the Food Truck. Responsibilities are shaped by the requirements of each unique food service event the Food Truck attends. Staff will assist with all phases of food service during events, including food preparation, food service, cashier duties, stocking products, and clean up. This is an as-needed position, allowing staff to sign up for one or multiple events per week. Shifts can include daytime, nights, and weekends.

Requirements

Must be at least a part-time student (enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate or 5 graduate credits).
Must be in good academic standing (cumulative and semester GPAs of 2.0 or higher).
Ability to learn and perform duties with speed and efficiency following proper food safety and sanitation guidelines when preparing and serving.
Must be friendly and outgoing with excellent hospitality skills and able to maintain a positive and professional manner through the duration of the shift.
Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a noisy environment.
Ability to work as a team in a fast-paced environment under short time constraints and within established deadlines.
Ability to lift pans weighing up to 40 lbs between the production area and carts.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist and lift weighing up to 60 lbs.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Must pass all UWSP mandatory trainings along with department-specific (food handling) trainings as part of their employment onboarding.
Must pass all mandatory trainings (Mandated Reporter and Information Security courses found on the My UW website) before the first shift.
Must be authorized to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Nice To Haves

Prior food service staff experience helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

Set-up food truck for event requirements and manager directions.
Provide exceptional customer service.
Know the menu for each function and be able to explain the major ingredients and preparation methods for each item to be served.
Operate cash register for the sale of products.
Use a variety of kitchen equipment and utensils in preparation of food items in quantities according to the number of patrons to be served.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment by demonstrating proper food handling and sanitary techniques.
Assist with food production, food plating, and restocking products as needed.
Complete daily opening and/or closing procedures, if working these shifts.
Maintain storeroom and equipment in an orderly and sanitary manner and in conformance with local, state, federal rules, and regulations.
Ensure that food and leftover food are stored in a safe and sanitary condition.
At the end of shifts, ensure that the prep area is clean with dirty items sent for cleaning and the entire area prepped for the next shift.
Report sanitary and safety hazards and the need for repairs to the Manager.
Assist in breaking down after events and returning all event items to proper locations.
Follow proper reporting procedures if theft is observed.
Attend mandatory staff meetings.
Complete University Dining Orientation Canvas course and all Mandatory Trainings (Mandated Reporter and Information Security courses found on the My UW website) before the employee’s first shift with University Dining.
Abide by the policies outlined in the University Dining Student Employment Handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Management Team.