Catering Worker

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Catering Worker (Harrisburg) - Grade 9 - Grade 9 to join the team. Duties include:

• Prepare machines for operations; report malfunctions to supervisor; drain and clean machines.
• Clean and wash soiled dishes, glasses, silverware, utensils, and other equipment
• Remove, stack, store clean dishes in proper areas
• Clean, burnish and detarnish silver, remove stains from china and glasses, as scheduled
• Wash, scour, rinse, dry and properly store pots and pans used in kitchen areas
• Serve food and beverages as required
• Wear all uniforms required.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as dish machine, floor scrubbing equipment, carpet cleaning equipment
• Clean, sweep, mop, wax and buff, strip and seal assigned areas such as floors in kitchens and dining rooms, concession stands, stairs and dock floors, following daily and weekly periodic cleansing schedules
• Set up buffet areas, meeting rooms following diagrams
• Use ladders in the cleaning of windows, ceilings, walls and light fixtures, also replace light bulbs, when necessary
• Clean various locations, such as, kitchen areas, concession stands, offices, restrooms, storage rooms, receiving dock, stairwells, and dining rooms
• Collect and remove refuse, garbage, etc., to designated locations
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition
• Make minor adjustments such as, tightening screws, adjusting belts, replacing cotter keys, screws, etc.
• Report any malfunctions or damage to equipment, furnishings or facilities to supervisor
• Assist the storeroom clerk in receiving and storing, issuing and delivering foods and supplies to indicated locations; report discrepancies to storeroom clerk or supervisor
• Work from directions or requisitions to select and deliver foods and supplies to various preparation centers
• Clean, process, portion various raw food products
• Operate University vehicle as required in the performance of assigned duties

Job Requirements: Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, whole numbers and the carrying out of instructions; and the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required. Up to and including 3 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Days Off: Sunday, Monday

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

Up to 3 months of effective experience None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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