Job Description
| Position Title: | Dining Service Substitute (Part-Time) | |
| Location: | Big Rapids (Main Campus) | |
| Advertised Salary: | $11/Hour | |
| FLSA: | Non-Exempt | |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Continuing | |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Part-Time | |
| At Will/Just Cause: | At Will | |
| Summary of Position: | This position provides support in food service production by assisting in food preparation and service in dining service operations. Duties will include preparation of entrees and soups, short order cooking, assisting with salad and bakery product preparation, ware-washing and maintenance, and preparation of service areas. Individuals in this position will be exposed to all food types (ex. shellfish, peanuts, & fruit) in an environment where industrial strength cleaners are used. Work hours may vary and you may be required to be on-call. | |
| Position Type: | Staff | |
| Required Education: | High school diploma or GED equivalency. | |
| Required Work Experience: | None required. | |
| Required Licenses and Certifications: | ||
| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | The knowledge to operate various commercial kitchen equipment, utensils, and machines is preferred. Six months of experience in commercial food preparation and kitchen work is preferred. |
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| Duties/Responsibilities: | As directed, train others in the performance of the characteristic duties. Assist other food service employees as needed. Assure that food is palatable and appetizing. Cook and handle food according to safe food handling/sanitary requirements following departmental sanitation policies. Interact with customers and staff in a polite, friendly and courteous manner. Maintain equipment, pots, pans, utensils, and work area in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition following departmental sanitation policies. Minimize food waste. Follow departmental sustainability guidelines. Obtain foods from storage areas. Operate various kitchen equipment and machines, utilize utensils. Prepare food for serving and assure continued food availability. Prepare foods using recipes generated from the computerized menu management system. Respond to special dietary requests. Set up and maintain food preparation area, food serving and display areas in an attractive and sanitary manner. To work various; shifts, stations, and scheduled hours. Duties may include working weekends, holidays, and being “on call”. Remove trash, break down cardboard boxes, and assist in the University recycling efforts. Train and direct the work of student employees in the performance of the characteristic duties. Carry out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws. Maintain safety and sanitation standards in all duties and responsibilities. Report to immediate supervisor and/or designee. Other duties as assigned. |
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| Skills and Abilities: | Able to communicate effectively. Able to interact with the public in a friendly, polite, and courteous manner. Ability to learn how to cook a variety of foods in large and small quantities. Ability to follow safety and sanitation standards and practices. Keep accurate records. Perform basic mathematical calculations. Read, understand, and follow recipes, directions, safety labels, equipment operations manuals, etc. |
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| Required Documents: | ||
| Optional Documents: | None | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | ||
| Initial Application Review Date: |
09/02/2020 | |
| Posting Close Date: |
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| EEO Statement: | Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: https://www.ferris.edu/HTMLS/administration/president/generalcounsel/pdfs-docs/00108985.pdf. | |
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About Ferris State University
Ferris State University is a mid-sized four-year public university known for its quality of instruction and large selection of academic programs, ranging from associate to doctoral degrees, offered through eight degree-granting colleges: Arts, Sciences, and Education, Business, Education and Human Services, Engineering Technology, Health Professions, Kendall College of Art and Design, Michigan College of Optometry, and Pharmacy. The university's main campus is located in scenic Big Rapids, Michigan.