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Temporary Employee - Campus Dining - Various Locations

Company:
Syracuse University
Location:
Syracuse, NY, 13201
Posted:
September 30, 2025
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Description:

The Food Service Worker is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of food items, operating the cash register, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

This role supports daily food operations by assisting with meal preparation, serving customers, handling transactions, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety standards.

Education and Experience * Must have a high school diploma or GED.

* The ability to read, write and follow instructions.

* The ability to count cash, and communicate well with the public.

* Ability to use a calculator and food thermometer.

* Prefer at least 3 months of previous food service experience or related customer service such as retail.

Skills and Knowledge * Reliable transportation is a must, buses may not run late enough for some shifts.

* Follow instructions and established procedures to perform duties.

* Must be reliable.

* Excellent customer service.

Responsibilities * Prepare a variety of simple foods, casseroles, convenience foods, etc.

* Clean and prepare lettuce and other ingredients to make salads.

* Make French fries, hot and cold sandwiches, coffee, cook eggs, omelets, burgers, etc.

* Slice meat, cut cake, pie, etc.

* Serve food on a serving line, including sandwich bars, hot lines, salad bar, etc.

* Balance and reconcile cash to cash register tapes.

* Maintain cashier islands, including restocking condiments, cleaning tables, chairs, etc.

* Prepare assorted fresh dough pizzas according to franchise specifications.

* Receive stock, and check deliveries against order forms and delivery documents.

* Move items from storage areas to kitchen as directed.

* Wash dishes, cooking utensils, counter space, etc; observe safety and health regulations, and maintain highest standards of sanitation.

Physical Requirements * On a daily basis standing, bending, stooping, walking, lifting between 15-50 pounds.

* Must be able to work with dust, fumes, and solvents daily.

Tools/Equipment * You will learn to operate a variety of equipment, such as a grill, deep fryer, convection oven, steamer, dish washer, deck ovens, mixer, steam kettle, tilt brazier, buffalo chopper, charcoal broiler, coffee maker, juice machines, etc.

Application Instructions In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

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