Food Service Worker, 25-066

Job Description:
Food Service Worker
Position #25-066

WVU Parkersburg is a Community and Technical College located in Parkersburg, WV, with a branch in Ripley, WV, and soon to be Vienna, WV (We are not a branch of West Virginia University). We are dedicated to teaching and are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer certificates, associate and bachelors degrees. This position may require work at our Main Campus in Parkersburg, WV, or at one of our branch locations in Vienna, WV, or Ripley, WV.

Benefits
Retirement plan with 6% mandatory every pay (biweekly) that is matched 100%
Free $10,000 life insurance policy
Your choice of 7 different Health Insurance plans through www.peia.wv.gov and flexible benefits such as Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Group Legal Plan, and Hearing
Annual and Sick leave for full time non-exempt staff, exempt staff, and 12-month faculty
Minimum 12 paid holidays per year
WVU Parkersburg tuition wavier (if eligible) for an employee, employees spouse or dependent of a full-time benefits eligible employee who is 24 years of age or younger

To Apply
Submit an Employment Application packet available at www.wvup.edu/jobs
If the position requires a degree, attach a scanned copy of your unofficial college transcripts with the Employment Application packet.
WVUP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Veterans/Disabled Encouraged to Apply.

Posted
06/26/2025 with an application deadline of 07/11/2025.

Employment Status
Non-Exempt/Classified/Hourly Staff, full-time regular, benefits eligible position.

Shift
Variable. Standard hours (Monday-Friday, 6:30am-2:30pm). Full time is considered 37.50 hours a week.

Primary Location
Main Campus

Pay Grade
01 (Salary is commensurate with education and experience)

Function/Summary
This is a food service position that prepares food daily according to menus provided. Prepared foods include both hot dishes as well as cold items, such as sandwiches and salads. This position operates a cash register daily. This position also assists Riverhawk Book & Supplies with cashier and other duties.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:
Six months food preparation experience in a large-scale food service operation OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licensure:
Current WV food handlers permit (must be obtained within 30 days of employment).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Knowledge of kitchen production techniques.
Ability to use commercial kitchen equipment.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and set priorities on a continual basis.
Ability to learn how to use a cash register.
Knowledge of record keeping.
Customer service skills.

Duties/Responsibilities
Assists with Rickys Cafe (60%)
Prepare entrees as specified on food service production worksheets.
Prepares espresso coffee according to recipes given.
Carve portions of meat for individual serving.
Gather food supplies needed for production.
Mix ingredients to make icings, glazes and other toppings.
Operate a cash register.
Determine proper food preparation.
Ensures proper storage of leftover food items.

Cross Trains/Assists Bookstore Manager with Daily Operations of Riverhawk Books & Supplies (35%)
Operates cash register to record sales.
Assists with staging and replenishment of store merchandise.
Serves as a backup to the bookstore manager to ensure coverage during normal business hours.
Assists with end-of-day cash procedures.
Assists store manager with required paperwork and inventory ordering.
Assists with physical counts and management of store inventory.
Assists bookstore manager with scanning in books received.
Assists bookstore manager in distributing books to students.
Assists students in ordering textbooks using eCampus Store Kiosk or Laptop
General (5%)
Other duties as assigned.

WVU Parkersburg is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities. Further, faculty, staff, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVU Parkersburg will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. WVU Parkersburg provides a collegial and respectful environment that values the contribution of all faculty, staff, and students.

Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: Entry-Level
Education Required: High School
Overnight Travel:
Vacation Time:

Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Other Benefits

Contact Information: Contact Name: Human Resources Company Type: Employer Company: WVU Parkersburg City: Parkersburg State: West Virginia Zip: 26104 Web Site: