Food Service Specialist 3

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College of Human Sciences and Education

University Laboratory School

Food Service Specialist 3

Job Summary:

The University Laboratory School cafeteria caters to the 1400+ students that attend grades Kindergarten through 12th grade on a daily basis. The main function of the Food Service Specialist 3 is to perform advanced level cooking tasks within a food service operation. Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04. This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. For additional information, please contact glyles1@lsu.edu.

Job Responsibilities:

20%-- Plans and directs the preparation of foods for immediate consumption and preservation of foods for future use.

20%--Estimates food needs and requisitions, receives and distributes food supplies to subordinate cooks.

15%--Oversees assistants in mixing, kneading, and preparation of bread, rolls, biscuits, cakes, and pastries.

15%--Performs work involving the use of high heat, open flames, and steam and is exposed to harsh chemicals, gases, and cleaners.

15%--Serves as a baker in a food service section.

10%--Performs the full range of cooking duties within a food service operation.

5%--Reports to supervisor any unsafe working conditions and defective equipment. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

One year of food service experience in a food service operation; OR

One year of training in food technology, food service management, or in a food service-related curriculum in a trade school or technical institute; OR

Twelve semester hours in food and nutrition, dietetics, food service preparation, home economics, or hotel, food service, restaurant, or institutional management.

Additional Requirements:

Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Minor Contact -This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Please provide a resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address. For questions and concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Tammy Lee at ...

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date: August 13, 2025 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): August 27, 2025 Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State Universitys partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at ... or email HR@lsu.edu . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.