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Food Service Aide
Job Description
Position Number:
127796Title:
Food Service Aide IIFunctional Title:
Food Service AideCategory Status:
22-Nonexempt, Contingent 2Applicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
AGNR-Nutrition and Food ScienceHiring Range Minimum:
31953Hiring Range Maximum:
38343.6Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Performs food preparation and other various
kitchen/dining room tasks during various human
nutrition research projects.
kitchen/dining room tasks during various human
nutrition research projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
- One year in food service.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of food preparation methods; of portion control standards; of related sanitation regulations and practices. Skill in operating food service equipment and appliances; in using kitchen utensils.
- Ability to assist in preparing and serving food; to provide guidance to other food service aides; to read and write; to perform basic arithmetic computations; to operate assigned kitchen equipment; to keep records on food usage; to prepare simple reports; to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions; to follow oral and written instructions; to communicate effectively; to lift, transport and stock food service supplies, materials and equipment.
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
Preferences:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to read and write on a 9th grade reading level.
- Basic knowledge of how to keep dietary facility clean and sanitary; how to serve meals attractively and properly; and how to use balance appliances.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to climb stairs. Ability to stand, walk, or sit for an extended period of time. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
- Must be able to work in hot and cold environments (ex: stocking walk-in freezers and refrigerators, working near ovens and stoves, etc).
Posting Date:
10/14/2022Closing Date:
12/15/2022Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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