Senior Food Service Worker, Dining Services

Overview

Job ID
37155467

Category
Food Service
Operations

Organization
Auxiliary Services

Department
Dining Services

Location
Main
Campus – UCR

Salary
$43,952 – $54,685

Date Posted
2026-02-26T12:00:00.000Z

Application
Deadline
Open Until Filled

Schedule
Varies

Full/Part Time
Part time

Other
Information
Qalifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

UC
Riverside’s Dining Services is recruiting for a partial-year Senior Food Service Worker position. The full salary range for the Senior Food
Service Worker is $25.00 – $26.19 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and
certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. ***Please note the realized minimum pay for this position will be
$25 an hour.*** The Senior Food Service Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled duties that relate to food preparation, customer service,
safety and sanitation, and general cleaning duties in one or more kitchen and/or a dining areas for UCR Dining Services. The Senior Food
Service Worker may serve in a leadership capacity over a small group of student staff in a team environment. Applicants must have current
work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa
for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining
agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Experience

• Recent experience within a customer service oriented
  environment of responding to and meeting/exceeding the needs of the customer.
• Previous experience working with and operating
  standard and specialized kitchen equipment generally found in a large commercial kitchen to accomplish daily assignments.
• 6 months
  of recent experience in food preparation and general maintenance/cleaning in a kitchen and/or dining area within a high volume of food
  service operation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience interacting and leading in a team based
  environment to achieve completion of daily duties.
• Experience and knowledge of proper procedures in heating and retherming food
  items.
• UC Dining experience, knowledge of systems, policies, procedures and regulations.

Minimum
Requirements

Proven ability to accurately perform repetitive tasks according to set procedures and pace and a proven ability
to give and follow explicit directions and carry out instructions. Must adhere and meet the Injury Illness Prevention Program Guidelines:
Work in a safe and responsible manner while not putting self or others at risk. Comply with applicable policies and procedures and
regulations, using personal safety gear, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards and reporting unsafe conditions. Must be
able to exert wellpaced mobility of up to four (4) hours in length and stand continuously throughout an eight (8) hour shift on uncarpeted
surfaces. Must be able to move 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally following proper safety guidelines. Must be able to stand,
walk, climb, stoop, push, pull, reach and crouch for extended periods of time, as required to complete job assignments. Ability to work in
temperature extremes, continuous noise and physical risks found in food service environments. Proven ability to read, speak, write and
understand English in order to determine and carry out job duties and communicate with supervisors, co-workers and customers. Skill in
communicating effectively and professionally using tact and diplomacy. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately and as
necessary to perform job duties. Ability to read, write, perform basic arithmetic calculations, follow oral and written instructions.
Knowledge of general rules, regulations and procedures for sanitation and safety as it applies to food preparation, service, kitchens and
storage areas. Must maintain compliance with California Health and Safety Codes. Demonstrated skill in cutting, slicing, and measuring dry
and liquid food ingredients in units of measurements such as cup, pint, ounce, quart and pound. Ability to count inventory, food and
supplies. Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and understand common food measurements.

Additional
Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs
Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a
living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities’ air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts,
history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC
Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we
are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020
  rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC
  Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. – U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University
  Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income,
  first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business
  Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR’s Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of
  insect specimens the nation. – Center for World University Rankings
• UCR’s distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13
  members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the
policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a
Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits
Overview

Job Description Details

General Information

Job
Title

FOOD SVC WORKER SR

Job Code

005651

Department
Head

Marcus Van Vleet

Supervisor

Phongsack Oudomhack

Department Custom
Scope

The Senior Food Service Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled duties that relate to food preparation, customer
service, safety and sanitation, and general cleaning duties in one or more kitchen and/or a dining areas for UCR Dining Services. The Senior
Food Service Worker may serve in a leadership capacity over a small group of student staff in a team environment.

Key
Responsibilities

• FOOD PREPARATION, SERVICE AND MOVEMENT, 1 of 2: Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled techniques in food
  preparation, service and delivery of food products and service according to a specialized menu. Ensures food presentation and set-up at
  catered events including, but is not limited to, buffet tables, table skirts, linens, buffet table decorations, condiments, tableware,
  silverware, etc., making sure order is double checked for accuracy prior to the start of event. Anticipates any items the client may need or
  want. Operates point-of-sale cash register, accepts meal card and payment and prepares cash drawer for deposit. Operates standard and
  specialized kitchen equipment generally found in a large commercial kitchen to accomplish daily assignments. Carries, gathers and/or moves
  food supplies, equipment and utensils to and from storage and work areas and work locations. Ensures that appropriate service equipment and
  supplies are assembled and stocked for assigned area prior to the start of any meal period. Prepares food items for cooking, service or
  movement according to standardized procedures within prescribed time in assigned area using taste and smell to ensure quality control.
  Maintains food items at proper temperatures during production, service and movement.



30%

• FOOD PREPARATION, SERVICE AND MOVEMENT, 2 of
  2: Prepares items to order upon customer and/or supervisor requests. Heats prepared products using standard kitchen equipment. Assembles,
  plates and presents assigned food items ensuring that each is properly displayed and garnished. Professionally serves assigned menu items
  using proper customer service standards. Surveys customer flow and replenishes food items as needed. Monitors and reports food temperatures.
  Logs food usage, labels and stores food in accordance with established guidelines. Strips trays, sorts, rinse dishes and silverware,
  operates and unloads dish machine, stores clean items and inspects washed items for cleanliness and breakage. Cleans and maintains dish
  machine. Washes pots, pans and equipment.



30%

• TEAM LEADERSHIP, SAFETY, COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE, 1 of 2: TEAM LEADERSHIP:
  Monitors the team to complete assigned food production for service at prescribed meal hours. Monitors the team to display food in a
  restaurant style with proper garnish in assigned service areas. Communicates to team the meal presentation, portion and ingredients of all
  assigned menu items to be served in area. Monitors customer flow in an assigned area. Monitors customer orders to ensure they are processed
  in a timely manner. Monitors the team to ensure all food items are maintained at proper temperatures during production and service.
  Maintains proper food levels for assigned area throughout meal service. Monitors the team to ensure area is properly cleaned and stocked.
  Completes assigned production records. SAFETY: Ensure compliance with all safety procedures for using equipment and chemicals; ensure
  handling of all food products in accordance with recognized safe food handling practices. Ensure the cleaning and sanitizing of assigned
  areas following proper procedures. Operates all kitchen equipment in accordance with OSHA and EH&S safety standards. Complies with all food
  handler procedures required by the department, federal and state laws. Report needed repairs to supervisor immediately. Maintains proper
  rotation of food items. Assists customers with questions/inquiries regarding food allergens.



20%

• TEAM LEADERSHIP, SAFETY,
  COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE, 2 of 2: COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: Provides gracious service to guests by anticipating their
  needs and taking the initiative to find service solutions that accommodate their requests within the parameters of the department’s program.
  Ensures personal grooming and uniform projects the professional image necessary to gain customer confidence. Maintains a professional
  posture using positive body language such as eye contact, facial expressions and gestures that reflect an outgoing, friendly, attentive and
  responsive communication to guests. Utilizes clear communication skills, including active listening and verbal communication with guests and
  team members that ensure a balance in speed of service with respect and hospitality. Communicates effectively with team members regarding
  customer traffic flow, production requirements, portion guidelines, quality standards, sanitation and organization of workstation and
  assigned break schedule throughout.



15%

• MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of the Senior Food
  Service Worker position.



5%

Special Conditions

• Overtime
• Hired candidate must (1) successfully
  complete online Food Handlers Certificate Training within the first thirty (30) days of appointment start date. Positions within Starbucks
  require successful completion of training and certification as a Barista within ninety (90) days of appointment start date.
• Must
  successfully complete a pre-employment background check through the DOJ and FBI prior to appointment start date. Must wear University issued
  uniform and ID badge.
• Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)

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