"Food Service Assistant Pm"

Job Details

Food Service Assistant Pm
Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
JR10003700

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Position Title: Food Service Assistant PM

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:

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

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: 3

Tentative Schedule:
Monday-Thursday: 1:00pm-9:30pm & Sunday: 9:00am-5:30pm
OR
Tuesday - Friday: 1:00pm-9:30pm & Saturday: 9:00am-5:30pm

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