Food Service Worker 1 - 12 month - (Catering)

Requisition Number P01137 Position Type Staff Department Dining and Catering Services Working Title Food Service Worker 1 - 12 month - (Catering) Classification Food Service Worker 1 - 81010

Position Summary Information

Nature of position Permanent, Full-time If Temporary, Start Date If Temporary, End Date If part-time, hours per week If part-time, percent time Days Worked varies Hours/Shift worked varies Union AFSCME

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About the position:

The Food Service Worker - Catering assignments could be in the dish room, kitchen, vegetable preparation area, serving areas, dining rooms, deli/convenience stores, catering and receiving.

Join Our Team at Millersville University!

Position Salary: $32,078.00 annually

Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent options
• Tuition Waiver - Invest in your education or your family's
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
• Full Benefits Summary(PDF)

Why Millersville?

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. We're known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching-and growing.

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.

We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL FOOD SERVICE WORK:

• Washing pots, pans, and other preparatory utensils.
• Cleaning dining rooms, serving areas, kitchens, and other food preparation area.
• Cleaning and sanitizing all food service equipment.
• Cleaning floors, walls, ceilings, etc. including dusting, mopping, sweeping, waxing, and stripping.
• Practicing proper methods of sanitation.
• Working effectively with other employees.
• Working effectively with customers.
• Being courteous and timely.
• Following written and oral instructions.
• Following basic dress code and hygiene standards set by University Dining.
• Handling cash transactions and making change.
• Operating point-of-sale equipment used in Retail Operations.
• Delivering and setting up food items at various campus locations.
• Working at multiple locations and functions, including occasional outdoor events.
• May need to work in cold storage areas.

FOOD PREPARATION:

• Complete all basic food preparation tasks in any normal kitchen or prep area which would include cleaning, peeling, dicing, chopping, slicing, dicing, and all other similar tasks related to preparation of raw food items.
• Complete all basic cooking techniques such as steaming, baking, boiling, deep fat frying, grilling, mixing, and other similar cooking techniques that would arise in a normal commercial kitchen.
• Complete all basic techniques that may arise in a bakery such as greasing pans, icing cakes, filling muffin tins, filling pie shells and any other basic techniques that would arise in a normal commercial bakery.
• Unload carts and trucks of food products weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Push and pull typical food service industry carts containing food products. When assigned to Receiving, the food service worker 1 will be frequently lifting 30 to 40 pounds. This will be required approximately sixty percent (60%) or more of the scheduled hours in Receiving.
• Read and understand basic recipes and reports used in the food service operation.
• Work safely with basic food service equipment such as knives, slicers, and mixers.

SAFETY

• Work safely by using Personal Protective Equipment, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures and policies, etc.
• Leave the work area clean and functional at the end of shift
• Be aware of and report any potential safety hazards to supervisor or management immediately
• Cooperate with safety investigations and audits
• Attend safety training sessions and maintain licenses, certifications, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to:

• Learn procedures and practices for food handling, sanitation, cleanliness

• Use food service equipment and utensils

• Use computer cash register

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

• Basic math skills for recipe and quantity control.

• Working effectively with other employees.

• Working effectively with customers

• Demonstrated good attendance record; is aware of the impact that missing work will have on the customer as well as co-workers.

• Demonstrated customer service skills.

• Must follow basic dress code and hygiene standards set by University Dining.

• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.

• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• May be required to work in cold storage areas.

• May be required to have a valid driver's license to drive university van, box truck or motorized skid. (Food Service Worker positions within Catering require a valid driver's license.)

• Successful interview.

• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months food service experience.

Essential Functions

• Ability to:

• Lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.

• Move over 40 lbs. using standard food service industry carts.

• May be required to work in cold storage areas for extended periods of time.

• May be required have a valid driver's license to drive university van, box truck or motorized skid. (Food Service Worker positions within Catering require a valid driver's license.)

• Ability to stand for long lengths of time.

• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).

• Understanding of written directions.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Posting Open Date 06/25/2025 Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• This position requires a valid driver's license.
• Flexible work schedule as dictated by the needs of the university.
• Dining and Conference Services staff may be required to work evenings and weekends.
• Dining and Conference Services staff, as essential employees, need to arrive at work on a timely basis even when there is a publicly announced delayed opening or closing.

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