Food Service Associate (On-Call; Curtis, NE)

Position Information

The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA), located in Curtis, NE, is nationally ranked as one of the best two-year colleges, and Forbes Business Magazine placed us among the top 30 trade schools in the nation. Our programs have high academic quality, are affordable and guarantee career success for graduates. Position Overview
NCTA is seeking a reliable, customer-focused Food Service Associate to serve in a flexible, on-call capacity. Work hours may be scheduled in advance or requested on an as-needed basis, depending on operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of food service tasks across cafeteria, deli, catering, and related areas.
• Set up and close down stations; cook, prep ingredients, and restock supplies.
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards; monitor temperature, taste, and appearance.
• Operate dish machines and perform general cleaning and light custodial duties.
• Control food costs and waste; assist with inventory and recipe prep.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist with cashiering and computer use.
• Train others as needed; perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A high school or equivalent experience, plus one year of experience in a work environment required.
• Ability to read, write, weigh and measure necessary.
• Ability to learn food service techniques and use of equipment essential.
• Customer service skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cafeteria and deli food service operations.
• Knowledge of ServeSafe guidelines.
• Familiarity with cash registers and money handling.

Physical Required

• Yes
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

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