Job Posting Title: Food Service Worker
Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer
Earliest Start Date: Ongoing
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS
General Notes
BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package including 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage, free Capital Metro bus rides, retirement contributions, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, career growth & professional development.
Purpose
The Food Service Worker provides comprehensive support in customer service and food preparation in various food service operations ensuring sanitation, safety, and customer satisfaction following UHD policies.
Responsibilities
- Serve high-quality food products using commercial kitchen equipment; follow recipes and culinary standards; maintain serving areas.
- Provide excellent customer service; operate POS system and process transactions accurately.
- Maintain and replenish service supplies; ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all areas; report emergencies and equipment issues.
- Comply with food safety guidelines; store food properly; maintain temperature logs; avoid cross-contamination.
- Communicate effectively with team members; provide support and training for staff.
- Adhere to University policies on time, attendance, training, and cash handling; complete related paperwork.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working/preparing food in restaurant, commercial or institutional facility.
- Experience operating standard kitchen equipment.
- Ability to complete required Food Safety Training.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year or more experience in food preparation with commercial kitchen equipment.
- One year or more experience as a cashier using POS systems.
- Customer service experience in high-volume food service.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Salary Range
$37,440+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
- Uniforms and/or PPE furnished.
- May work in extreme temperatures and around biohazards/chemicals.
- Use of manual dexterity, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting up to 62 pounds.
- Strength and agility testing required prior to employment.
Work Shift
Workdays, area and hours vary per unit needs.
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references (at least one supervisor)
- Letter of interest
