Food Service Worker; Penn Dining Services

University Overview

The University of
Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This
historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12
highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s
distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with
the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working
environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of
educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide
variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive
benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a
wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and
resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Food Service Worker; Penn Dining Services

Job Profile
Title
Food Service Worker-Union

Job Description Summary
Residential & Hospitality Services is one of 18
departments reporting to the Division of Business Services. Consistent with the Business Services mission, our underlying philosophy is to
provide our clients with high quality services in a fiscally responsible manner. Residential & Hospitality Services is a group of dedicated,
innovative, and student-centered staff that oversee the on-campus living and dining, as well as conferences, programs and events hosted at
Penn. The team works closely with other partners to provide students and guests with services that support living and learning at the
University of Pennsylvania.

Job Description

Food Service Worker – Penn Dining

The Food
Service worker will prepare, display, and serve ingredients and food items in a safe and sanitary manner. Follow all correct Hazard
Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures and other monitoring methods when handling, preparing, serving, and storing foods and
chemicals. Responsible for serving and restocking food, beverages, condiments, dishes, and other items in their proper areas in an
attractive, safe, and sanitary fashion. Work, storage, and service areas are expected to be kept neat and free of debris and other clutter
and to be continuously cleaned and sanitized. Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and proper storage of all tools and
utensils utilized. Required to communicate with management, supervisors, and fellow employees about needs for foods, ingredients, and
supplies; keep management, supervisors, and workers aware of potential safety and stock rotation problems.

Job
Duties:

• Assist with the maintenance of other areas in the dining halls, including but not limited to dining rooms, tray
  belts, dish room carts, lowerators, bus carts, refrigerator carts, and warming carts.
• Clean and sanitize all food preparation
  equipment and areas as assigned.
• Replenish hand soap and towels, and otherwise assist in the cleaning and set-up of the entire
  dining hall or special service areas as needed.
• Assist in stocking and delivering food, chemicals and other supplies and equipment
  as needed.
• Properly utilize, clean, and sanitize garbage disposals and their surrounding areas.
• Remove and correctly dispose
  of trash and other waste and recyclable materials, utilizing correct procedures for transporting food and waste separately, and will clean
  and sanitize all trash cans and dumpsters.
• Properly clean, sanitize and store all pots, pans, utensils, and other equipment, meeting
  all safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures in the process. Storage shelves, cleaning equipment, sinks and surrounding floor and wall areas
  are to be kept clean, sanitary, and free of clutter always.
• Utilize proper “clean as you go” techniques and safety mats to prevent
  spills and other hazards from presenting dangers to all employees. Promptly return clean dishes, silverware, and other equipment to the
  appropriate areas. Disassemble the dish machine and its associated parts, properly clean and sanitize all parts on the dish machine and
  reassemble for use during the next service period. Sweep, mop, and clean all service areas, floors, mats, counters, and dish belt
  areas.
• Periodically descale machine with approved chemicals and safety equipment, with the approval of management, to ensure lime
  buildup is controlled. Maintain all associated temperatures and HACCP records.

Qualifications

A High School
Diploma or GED is preferred and 0-1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Recent experience in food
service preferred. Demonstrated customer service skills. Ability to communicate and implement management direction. Ability to lift 10 – 25
lbs. Must be willing to work flexible hours, 7 day per week operation. Position is for 9 months per year. Temporary and Regular
Positions available.

Job Location – City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department /
School
Residential and Hospitality Services

Pay Range
$16.80 – $16.80 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are
made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position,
and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also
considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including
shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable
federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer
is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University
Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral
  health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending
  accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s
  exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children
  are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you
  save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
  Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a
  substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal
  affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care
  Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care
  insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you
  apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family
  members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is
  committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide
  variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and
  Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and
  professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University
  resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit
  our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music
  or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn
  community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for
  free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals
  for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships
  to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors,
  cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer
  creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of
  non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for
  eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home
  improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal
  adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please
visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The
University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age,
disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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