"Food Service Assistant Am"

Job Details

Food Service Assistant Am
Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
JR10003692

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Position Title:
Food Service Assistant AM

Job Category:
University Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Food Service Assistant

Job Duties:

A Food Service Assistant prepares food and completes related tasks according to quality and safety standards to ensure satisfaction and achieve departmental food service goals. Provides oversight for the set-up and maintenance of all front of the house service-related tasks and ensures a clean and safe service area. This position works closely with students, student managers, and limited term employees to serve customers.

Job Responsibilities:

• 20% Performs routine food preparation activities such as portioning, chopping food, and serving food to customers
• 20% Assists and guides student workers
• 20% Greets customers, answers questions, and provides basic information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• 10% Prepares a variety of basic dishes and assists in the preparation of more complex dishes
• 10% Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• 10% Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• 10% Coordinate and perform the set-up and clean-up of preparation, production, service areas, and equipment

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Greets customers, answers questions, and provides basic information regarding food preparation and associated activities
• Assists and guides student workers
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas
• Prepares a variety of basic dishes such as sandwiches and salads, and assists in the preparation of more complex dishes
• Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Performs routine food preparation activities such as portioning, chopping food, and serving food to customers

Department:
The mission of Restaurant Operations is to provide a quality dining experience at an affordable price that enhances campus life and supports the overall mission of the University. It is the responsibility of Restaurant Operations to operate in a fiscally responsible manner, contribute fair-share support to the University, and sustain adequate reserves for future growth.

Number of Positions: 2

Tentative Schedule: Monday-Friday: 6:00am-2:30pm

Compensation: $15/hr-$17/hr

Required Qualifications:

• Six months of food service experience in a professional setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of food service experience in a professional setting
• ServSafe Certification, Food Handler or Manager certification
• Experience leading and /or training staff
• Experience in a customer service environment

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must submit:

• A Resume addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications as listed above
• Cover Letter

The search committee will not consider resumes and/or cover letters that fail to address the qualifications, or where explanations are unclear.

This posting will remain open until filled. The first initial review date for applications is: 09/30/2025. Applications submitted after 09/30/2025 may not be reviewed.

Contact Information:

Luke Messmann - HR Coordinator

Messmanl@uwm.edu

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

EEO Statement
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.