Food Service Worker- Casual Hourly (Starting Hourly Rate $22.59)

Temporary Casual position supporting Campus Dining operations. Hours vary based on operational needs, campus events, and shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items in accordance with established portion sizes, quality, and taste standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, resolving concerns professionally, and ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Operate cash register, POS terminal, or card and credit card reader accurately according to departmental procedures.
• Adhere to the “clean as you go” policy; assist in daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning and maintenance duties, including dish room tasks.
• Maintain storage areas using proper storage techniques, including FIFO (first in/first out) policy for all foodstuffs.
• Wrap, serve, and transport various food items according to procedure.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the Department of Campus Dining and Princeton University.
• Perform other tasks as directed by University management.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Flexibility with scheduling; weekend work, late hours, extended hours, and work outside unit required.
• Prior dependable work record.
• Stand or walk up to 2 hours at one time for a total of 6–8 hours per day.
• Sit for no more than 2 hours during an 8-hour day.
• Lift or carry up to 30 pounds frequently (34–66% of the workday).
• Lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
• Push or pull using forces up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
• Frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, or pulling with forces up to 30 pounds (34–66% of the workday).
• Bend, squat, kneel, climb stairs, reach overhead, lift overhead occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
• Lift up to 30 pounds in a range of motions from floor to overhead.
• Lift 50 pounds in a range of motions from floor to chest height.
• Work under a range of temperature conditions, including outdoor work during all seasons.
• Possess physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance.
• Knowledge of New Jersey State Health Department rules and regulations.

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to take direction and work in a team.
• Ability to coordinate tasks to meet production deadlines.
• Flexibility in handling multiple assignments and ability to work in multiple venues.
• Knowledge of customer service standards.
• One year’s experience as a food service worker or equivalent in culinary training (preferred, not required).

Schedule

• 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
• 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
• 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $22.59