FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/12/2022 CLOSED ON 12/6/2022

Job Posting for FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

Position Type University Staff Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary FLSA Status Nonexempt Percent 100% Posting Type Staff Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Join the UWM family and the Milwaukee community and grow professionally and personally in your career and life. We make learning accessible at every age, stage of life and location. At UWM, we all share the motivation to learn and to excel. We value unique perspectives and possess the talent and desire to nurture ideas that make global impact. The comforts and connections of a major metropolitan city meet the resources and expertise of a world-class research institution at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Our campus counseling and health services, accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, provides integrated, holistic care for students through our medical, counseling, and health promotion and wellness departments. We assist the UWM campus community through collaborative partnerships designed to enhance the university’s academic and community service mission and focus on our students’ well-being as an essential component to student success.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of a Food Service Supervisor, the incumbent will act as lead worker for the various operations throughout the food service operations, this may be within a commercial kitchen unit within the store, or other areas as assigned. The hours will vary based on final placement but the incumbent may be responsible for opening and/or closing procedures and daily operation of the unit(s) providing fast food type products as appropriate to the unit. Other duties include training and leading student supervisors, subordinate students and Temporary Staff in food/beverage production, sanitation and customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen or equivalent


Preferred Qualifications
  • ServSafe Food Handler or similar certification
  • Experience leading and/or training staff
  • Experience with food production and proper handling procedures
  • Experience with electronic food ordering/inventory systems
  • Cash handling experience in a customer service environment
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a resume with work history related to the minimum and preferred qualifications as listed above. A cover letter specifically addressing candidates’ experience related to the minimum and preferred qualifications is highly recommended, but not required. Professional references are optional at this time.

The search committee will consider resumes and/or cover letters that fail to address the qualifications, or where explanations are unclear, as the applicant not possessing the qualification.

This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on September 12th, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after September 11th, 2022 may not receive consideration.
Application Deadline
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