Temporary Dining Operations Assistant

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dining Operations Assistant supports the dining operation (traditional cafeteria, grab and go service, retail, or convenience store (c-store)) serving students, staff and guests of The Ohio State University; greets and serves customers; assists with the production and service of food to students, staff, guests, and special groups and in addition provides support for the procurement and inventory of food and related goods; will be responsible for service and customer relations; operates coffee equipment, makes gourmet coffee and specialty drinks; collects payment by cash or BuckID; responsible for meals being served in accordance with prescribed standards; maintains the quality and quantity of food items produced; assists with inventories; participants in the inspection of incoming food and supplies; works weekends, various hours, special events, and holidays as business need dictates. This is a temporary staff position that is not to exceed 12 months.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Successful completion of a background check

Nice To Haves

• 0-2 years of front-line customer service experience
• 1 year of experience taking and filling food orders
• 1 year of experience brewing premium coffees and making espresso-based drinks
• 1 year of cash handling experience
• 1 year of experience in taking inventories
• 1 year of experience in placing orders or requisitioning supplies

Responsibilities

• Supports the dining operation (traditional cafeteria, grab and go service, retail, or convenience store (c-store)) serving students, staff and guests of The Ohio State University
• Greets and serves customers
• Assists with the production and service of food to students, staff, guests, and special groups
• Provides support for the procurement and inventory of food and related goods
• Responsible for service and customer relations
• Operates coffee equipment, makes gourmet coffee and specialty drinks
• Collects payment by cash or BuckID
• Responsible for meals being served in accordance with prescribed standards
• Maintains the quality and quantity of food items produced
• Assists with inventories
• Participates in the inspection of incoming food and supplies
• Works weekends, various hours, special events, and holidays as business need dictates

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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