FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER(FULL TIME)

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is proud to be the setting for a dynamic and rewarding Food Service Worker/Cashier opportunity. Located at 650 Ringgold Rd., Brownsville, TX 78520, this position offers a unique chance to work within a vibrant educational campus environment that values its employees and fosters growth, learning, and meaningful impact. The University is seeking a dedicated individual ready to become a key part of their campus food service team through a full-time role, scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. This role is essential in ensuring that food services operate smoothly, efficiently, and with a high degree of professionalism and customer care.

This position with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's food services comes with a fixed pay rate of $12.00 per hour, reflecting the institution's commitment to offering competitive wages. The role is designed for individuals who have valuable cooking experience and can handle a variety of responsibilities that ensure food preparation and service standards are met, while also delivering excellent customer service as a cashier. The position entails a range of duties from food prep work including washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding fruits and vegetables to managing sales transactions smoothly and professionally.

Team members are expected to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment, adhering strictly to food safety standards, properly storing food products, and using approved recipes to control portion sizes and quality. The role requires handling cash transactions accurately, issuing receipts, making change, and managing the cash drawer responsibly. The job offers an opportunity to interact with customers, address any concerns, and provide a positive dining experience that meets the standards expected by the University community.

In addition to the competitive wage, this role offers a range of benefits that supports the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. These include opportunities for training and development, access to health and wellness programs, and retirement plans. Additional benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance are available for full-time associates. Employees may also take advantage of programs such as employee assistance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and various voluntary insurance plans tailored for personal and family needs.

Working at the University offers a culturally rich, inclusive environment where diversity is embraced and all employees are respected and valued. The institution is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and non-discrimination. The role also provides job security and stability, although there may be breaks during winter and summer when demand for food service diminishes, which may result in temporary layoff periods. Nevertheless, this is a rewarding position for those who enjoy a customer-facing role with responsibilities in food preparation and cash handling within a supportive workplace.

Applicants interested in joining the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley food service team are encouraged to apply online through the dedicated system. The University uses a conversational recruiting assistant to facilitate easy job application, and prompt communication with applicants is available to assist through processes such as texting job inquiries. This inclusive and forward-thinking work environment invites individuals eager to make a difference on campus in food services to apply and be part of a team committed to excellence and community.