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Duke University

Food Service Worker II Server/Prep*

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.50 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Tuition Assistance
wellness programs

Job Description

Duke University, established in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke, is recognized as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is situated in the heart of the Research Triangle, an area frequently ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States. As a prestigious private institution, Duke University serves more than 15,000 students across its 10 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Employing around 40,000 staff members, it is the third largest private employer in North Carolina and maintains an extensive network of international programs in over 150... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to understand and follow instructions
  • six months of experience in food preparation or service
  • partial high school education or equivalent
  • physical ability to move throughout dining facilities
  • ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
  • ability to perform cleaning duties at various heights
  • ability to position self to reach materials on shelving
  • ability to transport and stock supplies
  • ability to complete physical job functions with or without accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • Partial high school education or equivalent
  • six months of experience in food preparation or service
  • ability to follow instructions
  • experience operating food production equipment
  • basic cash handling skills
  • ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitary work environment
  • good customer service skills
  • ability to work in a team
  • physical capability to handle job duties

Job Duties

  • Assist in the preparation of foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods and desserts
  • prepare beverages, salads, dressings, sandwiches, and cold plates
  • prepare portioned and fast foods on grill, in broiler, or in deep fat fryer as appropriate
  • operate point-of-sale cash register
  • calculate total cost of items and accept payment in cash, on meal cards, or on charge cards
  • perform clerical duties in food services offices
  • provide customer service as needed
  • operate food production equipment including slicers, choppers, dicers, mixers, vertical cutters, patty making machines, and other processing equipment
  • transport food or supplies to serving areas
  • set up and assemble food, supplies, and equipment
  • ensure proper temperature of food in steam tables and correct display
  • take orders, portion, and serve food
  • record portions served
  • remove, cover, wrap, label, store, rotate, and discard food and condiments as directed
  • clear soiled dishes and refuse from tables
  • scrape refuse into garbage containers
  • load trays and soiled dishes on conveyors, racks, and carts
  • remove and dispose of trash
  • set up and operate dish machine
  • clean assigned area including equipment, counters, tables, chairs, refrigerators, utensils, and dispensers
  • sweep, mop floors, vacuum carpets, and empty ash trays
  • ensure supplies and equipment are available and replenished
  • prepare supplies and materials as required
  • report equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs
  • assist in monitoring work and training employees in proper techniques
  • perform other related duties incidental to the work described

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location