Dining Service Worker

University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Full-time Food Service

Posted on April 5, 2024

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The University of Puget Sound is hiring Dining Service Workers to join the Student Union-Dining Services Team! We are passionate about food and are committed to providing outstanding hospitality to every guest by creating a welcoming environment that is dedicated to nourishing Puget Sound's student body, faculty and staff.

Are you excited by the opportunity to create positive dining experiences that bring people comfort each day? Apply today through our University website!

https://www2.pugetsound.jobs/psc/HR92PRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=7592&PostingSeq=1

All candidates must complete an application through our official website for consideration.

This position will be able to take advantage of Puget Sound's generous benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement plan options and 403(b) contributions
• Paid vacation, floating holiday, and campus bonus holidays
• Education benefits, such as full tuition for eligible employees and their families*
• Access to university facilities and entertainment (fitness center, pool, library, concerts, lectures and more!)

Please note:

-Positions that work less than .75 FTE (1,560 hours per year) do not qualify for long-term disability or education benefits.
-Positions that work less than .50 FTE (1,040 hours per year) will accrue paid sick leave but are not eligible for additional benefits.
-Temporary positions that work at least .50 FTE (1,040 hours per year) will be eligible for benefits after 6 months of continuous employment.

This position is:

• regular, (.75 FTE), nonexempt, and eligible for overtime pay.
• responsible for food preparation, stocking, serving, and/or cleaning, depending on the assigned station each shift.
• cross-trained throughout various food stations, serving stations, and dish/pots stations, and should be able to work within the different types of areas as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

To be considered for this role, a candidate must:

• be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• have the ability to count and read, write, and understand English.
• hold a valid Food Worker Card.
• be able to stand for extended periods of time and perform repetitive motions.
• have the ability to lift up to 30 – 35 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• respectfully work, communicate, and provide leadership within a diverse campus community.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The pay range for this position is $16.28 - $16.28 per hour. Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations.
• This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• For more information on Puget Sound's non-exempt staff benefits package, visit: Summary of 2024 Benefits for Staff Members in Non-Exempt Positions.pdf (pugetsound.edu)
• For the Campus Holiday and Bonus Day Schedule, visit: https://www.pugetsound.edu/human-resources

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks and, if applicable for the position, a drug screen, physical test and functional assessment.

All new hires will be required to submit proof of current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster) or receive an approved medical or religious exemption from the university.

About Puget Sound:
Puget Sound is a national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington. To learn more about the university, visit "About Puget Sound" on the university's website (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about).

The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.

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