Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker

Company: Richard Bland College

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Category: Food Services

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Hiring Range: Up to $16.00/hr (Commensurate with Experience)

Richard Bland College (RBC) is a two-year, residential liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to top ranked colleges and universities. Nestled just outside the Tri Cities area, RBC is truly a hidden gem-set on more than 750 acres of scenic wetlands, peaceful forests, and the Commonwealth's oldest and largest pecan grove. Our beautiful rural campus provides a close-knit community where students and staff thrive.

RBC is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and detail-oriented Part Time Food Service Workers to support our vibrant campus dining operations. In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative team that delivers quality meals and outstanding service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a fast paced, high volume dining environment
• Open and close the kitchen and dining areas, including equipment setup and breakdown
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations, equipment, and utensils
• Properly care for and maintain kitchen equipment
• Sweep, mop, and clean dining and common areas to ensure a safe and welcoming space
• Assist with catering services and special campus events
• Collaborate with team members, college staff, and vendors to enhance service and resolve issues
• Follow safe food handling practices and present food attractively
• Perform additional duties as assigned

If you enjoy working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and want to be part of a college community that values service, excellence, and connection, we invite you to apply and help nourish the RBC campus experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Basic knowledge of food allergies and food safety
• Considerable knowledge of food preparation and operation, including the operation of modern food service equipment, proper sanitation practices and federal and state health and nutrition requirements
• Must have experience in restaurant or food service operations and applications supporting high food quality
• Must be able to work in fast-paced environment to meet food preparation and food serving schedules for large numbers of individual patrons/customers and groups
• Ability to stock inventory and rotate products using FIFO methods
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work respectfully with a diverse campus community

Additional Considerations

• Serve-Safe certification or currently obtaining certification
• Prior experience working as a cook or food service professional in a cafe or restaurant
• Experience creating visually appealing food presentations

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