Temporary Food Service Worker, The Statler Hotel

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University unites three top-ranked schools to offer a comprehensive business education. Its mission is to transcend traditional business boundaries, transforming critical thinking into practical solutions. The college's vision is to inspire leaders to build sustainable, shared prosperity. Core values include excellence, inclusion, engagement, community, and impact, which guide all programs and initiatives. Together, these elements drive the college's commitment to positively impacting society and fostering a collaborative learning environment. The Peter and Stephanie Nolan College of Hotel Administration at Cornell University is renowned for its pioneering hospitality education. Its mission is to cultivate leaders who excel in the hospitality industry through a blend of business acumen and innovative thinking. The college values excellence, community, and a commitment to shaping the future of hospitality. The Statler Hotel, located on Cornell University's campus, is renowned as "the premier hotel that teaches." It serves as the practical hotel operations laboratory for the Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, providing students with hands-on experience in hospitality management. The hotel combines modern elegance with the vibrant energy of campus life, offering guests a unique and immersive stay. With over 150 rooms and state-of-the-art conference facilities, it hosts numerous important events and meetings. The Statler Hotel is committed to excellence in service and hospitality education, making it a cornerstone of Cornell's hospitality program. Position Summary: While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. The primary role of our Temporary Food Service Worker team is to serve high-quality food, quickly and safely, according to the set restaurants’ standards, while providing exceptional guest service. Team members will be assigned to a station according to business needs for the day/week/semester; flexibility in work assignments is necessary. Work schedules vary based on business demand and may require night, weekend, or holiday availability.

Requirements

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion , and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• A working knowledge of food preparation and presentation
• Good customer service skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs regularly
• Ability to learn to operate food preparation equipment, including: fryer, choppers, slicers, mixers, ovens, steamer and various hand tools including knives
• Is knowledgeable of allergens and is able to serve a guest with a known allergy
• Must be able to work a variable work schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, Holidays, special events; subject to change on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Serve high-quality food, quickly and safely, according to the set restaurants’ standards, while providing exceptional guest service.
• Be assigned to a station according to business needs for the day/week/semester; flexibility in work assignments is necessary.
• Work a variable work schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, Holidays, special events; subject to change on short notice.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed