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The University of Texas at Austin

Food Service Worker (32hour/9month)

The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Food Service Worker (32 hour / 9 month) Hiring Department:

University Housing and Dining

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

32

Benefits: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Free Capital Metro bus rides

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose The Food Service Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive support in customer service and food preparation in varying types of food service operations. This role ensures high standards of sanitation, safety, and customer satisfaction while adhering to University Housing and Dining (UHD) policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Serve high-quality food products which may include performing short-order, made-to-order cooking, and customized drinks using commercial production and kitchen equipment. Read, follow, and execute recipes based on culinary standards. Set up, stock, clean, and replenish the serving area before/during service. Maintain concise menu and product knowledge and ensure customer satisfaction with drink/food quality. Break down and clean all serving areas, workstations, and equipment after service. Restock shelves, beverage stations, and convenience store merchandise as needed. Ensure detailed cleaning tasks are completed throughout the shift.

Provide excellent customer service to external and internal customers by greeting and assisting customers, ensuring a professional and enthusiastic demeanor. Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system, process meal plan, cash, credit card, and transactions accurately.

Maintain and replenish service supplies, including condiments and napkins. Assist in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in all areas, including dining rooms, kitchens, dish areas, and bathrooms. Tasks include but not limited to sweeping, mopping, cleaning surfaces, walls, and windows. Report emergencies and equipment issues.

Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines. Store food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, and rotation procedures. Maintain temperature logs throughout shift and ensures food is cooked and maintains appropriate temperature throughout service. Avoid cross-contamination and actively monitor food levels and quality. Follow work safety guidelines and utilize proper PPE as needed.

Seek direction at the beginning of the shift and communicate professionally/effectively with team members and supervisors throughout shift. Maintain current knowledge of all areas of responsibility. Provide support throughout the dining units as needed. Assist with training and guidance for new and existing staff including student staff.

Adhere to University policies regarding time and attendance, training, and compliance. Complete and maintain required food safety training, including Texas Food Handler Safety. Adhere to UHD cash handling guidelines. Complete paperwork related to cashier operation, including transfer of funds reports, closing reports, cash reconciliation sheets, and deposit envelopes. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Experience working and preparing food in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility.

Experience with operating standard kitchen equipment.

Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining.

Preferred Qualifications

One year or more of experience working and preparing food in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility using commercial kitchen equipment.

One year or more of experience as a cashier in a food service operation utilizing point-of-sale (POS) systems.

Customer service experience in a high-volume food service operation.

Ability to multi-task and work with little supervision.

Salary Range $18.00 per hour + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).

May work in extreme temperatures.

May work around biohazards.

May work around chemicals.

Use of manual dexterity.

Climbing of stairs.

Climbing of ladders.

Pushing, pulling, and moving up to 50 pounds.

Lifting and moving up to 62 pounds.

The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an

equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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