Food Service Worker

  • Rutgers University
  • New Brunswick, New Jersey
  • Part Time
Food Service Worker

Rutgers University, United States

about 19 hours ago

Location:

New Brunswick, NEW JERSEY

Deadline:

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Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Food Service Worker

Job Category Staff & Executive - Food Services/Hospitality/Special Events

Department UBHC-Outpatient Services-NWK

Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers The State University is seeking a Food Service Worker in the Child and Adult Partial Hospital Program of Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare.

The Food Service Worker will assist in providing food services for individuals served within the Partial Hospital Program setting according to regulations and University Behavioral Health Care policies. Assists in preparing, transporting, and serving food items. Carries out various cleaning and sanitation functions.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Prepares and/or serves food items.

Prepares and/or serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks per program menu.

Responsible for receiving prepared food items from external vendors.

Coordinates set-up of food.

Sets up breakfast, lunch, and snacks for individuals served.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 110

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 16.220

Mid Range Salary 16.720

Maximum Salary 17.220

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: uhr.rutgers/benefits/benefits-overview .

Position Status Part Time

Working Hours (per week) 10am to 3pm

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required.

Certifications/Licenses

Food Handler Certification must be obtained within one (1) month of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Effective verbal and written communication skills required.

Ability to follow directions and to work independently required.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one (1) year of experience as a food service worker preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to stand and operate various food service equipment, serve customers in a positive manner, and maintain unit sanitation standards as set by the department.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Partial Hospital program with ongoing contact with individuals served.

Busy noisy environment.

Subject to unpredictable crisis situations, both medical and psychiatric.

Occasionally exposed to individuals exhibiting assaultive behaviors.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 25ST1436

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may . Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies to the role or position for which they are ing. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: uhr.rutgers/non-discrimination-statement
Job ID: 484070684
Originally Posted on: 7/4/2025

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