What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker position at University of West Georgia?
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Job Summary
The position will perform a variety of tasks such as preparation of large quantities of food following standardized recipes and prep sheets. Position will also assist in the replenishment of food and serving of food.
Responsibilities
- Manages the daily operational workflow of food service operations including the setup of food service facilities, required maintenance, and ensures that proper customer service is delivered to students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
- Adheres to and maintains appropriate internal controls (portion control, waste control, proper food labeling, and signage).
- Uses checklist and monitors Food Service operation during meal periods.
- Assist with unit inventory.
- Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with students. Ensure specialty diets and other nutritional needs are met.
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Ensure unit's physical plant is organized and in good repair. This includes, but is not limited to: walls, ceilings, floors, storage and receiving areas,
serving, kitchen space, dining rooms, etc. Reports the need for repair, if necessary. - Implement and manage operation specific sustainability goals and programs.
- Consults with assistant managers, managers, chefs, and members of the department to coordinate efficient operations. Manages hospitality service and employee appearance and performance in service areas.
- Ensures high standards are consistently met via the University quality assurance policies, FDA and County Health Department codes and procedures related to food, sanitation, equipment and facility maintenance and management, safety.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
Other Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year work experience in a related field. Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and general workplace safety standards with knowledge of Health Department requirements. Ability to respond to common food inquiries or complaints from customers and take appropriate action to resolve issues. Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a group environment, treating employees and customers with respect. Ability to be a flexible team player in a dynamic environment requiring a customer focused approach and utilizing excellent facilitation and coaching skills. Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Some post secondary education preferred.
Preferred Experience
Prior institutional food service experience a plus. Knowledge of OSHA regulations. Basic computer proficiency in word-processing and spreadsheets (Microsoft Office Products, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).ServSafe certification and HACCP certification.
Proposed Salary
$12.41 hourly, paid on a bi-weekly basis.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia, as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability,
gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and
federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246,
and Rev. Proc. 75-50
