UPL C Food Service Worker 2

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

University Place Hotel is a public hotel, owned and operated by PSU, with approximately 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space and 234 guest rooms.

About the role

The purpose of this position is to provide excellent customer service to hotel guests during the daily continental breakfast. Responsibilities span the full cycle of service, including preparing food and beverages, setting up the serving line, and cleaning the service, dining, and kitchen areas.

Schedule

• 20 hours per week, Sunday to Saturday
• Shifts regularly between 4–6 hours, typically 5:30 AM to 11:00 AM
• Includes both weekdays and weekends
• Occasional flexibility to work additional hours for events

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and beverages for continental breakfast
• Set up the serving line
• Clean service, dining, and kitchen areas
• Assist the Sales and Events team with room set up, food preparation, and serving during client events

Requirements

• One year of experience in a commercial food service utility
• High school education or equivalent
• Possession of an Oregon Food Handler’s card
• Ability to work alone and follow trained procedures and standards
• Ability to remain on feet, kneel, bend, stretch, lift, push, and pull throughout shift
• Ability to work with minimal to moderate supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to use a computer to run, read, and complete routine reports
• Availability to work weekends
• Effective communication in English with guests and co-workers
• Reliable, regular, and predictable work attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years experience in preparing breakfast in a hotel, hospitality, or travel industry

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Pay

The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $18.06 and $19.36. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

Benefits

• 95% premium paid healthcare
• Generous retirement and vacation package
• Reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities