Updated: 29 days ago
Location: Muncie, INDIANA
Deadline: 31 Mar 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
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| Position Title | Food Service Worker |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | The Ball State University Dining department has an opportunity for Food Service Workers on the beautiful Ball State University campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes University funded retirement, medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition discounts, employee discounts to the pools and workout facilities and much more. Multiple positions and schedules available. We will be happy to discuss scheduling during the interview. Come and join the Ball State University Dining team and enjoy competitive wages, great benefits and a fun working environment! |
| Our Statement on Inclusiveness | At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression. |
| Position Number | 104979 |
| New Hire Rate | 15.80 |
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Hrs/Week | 40 |
| Position Function | Under supervision, perform a variety of tasks required in the preparation and serving of food. |
| Minimum Education | 1.High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required for cashiers, cashier/checkers. All other Food Service Worker positions require successful completion of the eighth grade. |
| Minimum Experience | 1.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies, procedures and communications. 2.No allergies to soaps, cleaning agents, oven cleaners, or other materials or environmental factors in food service, e.g., steam, dust, etc. 3.Must have clean body, teeth, hair, nails, and clothing. 4.Must be able to perform all physical and mental requirements outlined in each job duty/responsibility. 5.You must be 18 years or older. |
| Authorization to work in the US | Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. |
| Preferred Education | |
| Preferred Experience | 1.Experience in a school cafeteria, hospital cafeteria, or similar experience in quantity food preparation and/or service. |
| Pre-Employment Screening | Requires successful completion of a background check. |
| Positions Supervised | |
| Department | North Dining:134360 |
| Department Information | |
| Department Email or Phone Number | 765-285-1967 |
| Special Service Statement | |
| EEO Statement | Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. |
| Shift | 1 |
| Shift Premium | 0.00 |
| Regular Work Hours and Days | Sun Off Mon 1:30-10p Tues 1:30-10p Wed 1:30-10p Thurs 1:30-10p Fri 1:30-10p Sat Off Sun Off Mon 1:30-10p Tues 1:30-10p Wed 1:30-10p Thurs Off Fri 1:30-10p Sat 1:30-10p |
| About Ball State University | Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. |
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Duties & Responsibilities
| Ranking | 1 |
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| Job duty | Accurately assemble supplies and materials; set up service area and serve food as required. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to walk, push, pull, climb, crouch, reach, stoop, feel, finger, stand for an extended period of time, possess dexterity and strength in the hands, arms, and shoulders, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires visual ability to read stem thermometer, menu and computer records, distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires ability to use all beverage machines, toaster, ice cream machines, ice dispenser, salad bar, food warmer, glassware and china dispenser, serving utensils, rubber, plastic and latex gloves, and all other food service equipment. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, noise, extreme heat, etc. Task requires mental ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 2 |
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| Job duty | Hand wash and store pots, pans, and food service equipment. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to crouch, reach, push, pull, climb, stoop, stand, walk, grasp, feel, finger, keep hands in water several hours per day, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the ability to use pots, pans, brooms, gloves, small food service equipment, chemical compounds, scratch pads, garbage disposal, water, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, steam, heat, etc. Task requires mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written information, instructions, chemical labels, thermostats, etc. |
| Ranking | 3 |
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| Job duty | Clean equipment and work area, maintaining sanitation and safety. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to crouch, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, feel, push, pull, stoop, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires visual ability to read directions on cleaning compounds, MSDS forms, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the ability to use chemical compounds, cleaning utensils, gloves, masks, etc. Employee complies with University Waste Management procedures. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, soaps, cleaning compounds, etc. Task requires mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend and follow written instruction and information. |
| Ranking | 4 |
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| Job duty | Perform checker/cashier duties using computerized machinery, terminals, calculators, and maintain records. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to grasp, push, pull, stoop, crouch, reach, walk, stand, lift, feel, have dexterity and strength in hands, and exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth, etc. Task requires the ability to use computerized card reader, cash register, terminals, calculators, scales, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to perform basic mathematical functions, analyze situations, receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, etc. |
| Ranking | 5 |
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| Job duty | Greet customers to ensure positive relationships. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, etc. Task requires the visual ability to direct customers to key areas, perceive depth, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information. Task requires employee to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. |
| Ranking | 6 |
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| Job duty | Set up, operate and clean dishwashing machinery and auxiliary equipment; move dishware and equipment to proper locations. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time during shift, keep hands in water for several hours per day, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the use of dish machine, power boosters, mop buckets with wringers, carts, thermometers, chemical electronic devices, garbage disposals, brooms, chemical compounds, gloves, dishes, glass, trays, silver dispensers, racks, trash containers, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, chemicals, noise, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 7 |
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| Job duty | Scrape and wash dishes. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to bend, stoop, crouch, push, pull, grasp, feel, stand for extended periods of time during work shift, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to determine cleanliness, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the use of valve handles, garbage disposal, glass/silverware racks, sprayer, gloves, goggles, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, noise, chemicals, steam, extreme heat, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 8 |
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| Job duty | Clean, prepare, store, and deliver fresh produce. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to grasp, crouch, reach, lift, feel, push, pull, stoop, finger, keep hands in water for several hours per day, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to determine cleanliness, distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the use of knives, potato peeler, garbage disposal, mobile carts, gloves, brushes, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, noise, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to receive, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 9 |
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| Job duty | Count and record amounts of food prepared and/or served. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to grasp, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read a scale, record food amounts, etc. Task requires the use of a calculator, pencil, portion and balance scales, computer sheets, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions, to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc., and to perform basic mathematical functions such as counting and reading scales. |
| Ranking | 10 |
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| Job duty | Grill or carve food as required. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time, lift, reach, finger, crouch, feel, push, pull, stoop, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read menus and thermometers, perceive depth, distinguish color, etc. Task requires the use of grills and servery equipment, knives, thermometer, arm protectors, gloves, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 11 |
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| Job duty | Obtain supplies from storage areas. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to finger, crouch, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, feel, push, pull, stoop, balance, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read food labels and lists of needed food, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the use of carts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 12 |
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| Job duty | Assist with laundry program. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to finger, crouch, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, feel, push, pull, stoop, balance, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read directions on working compounds and MSDS forms, distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the use of washing machines, dryer, laundry cart, cleaning compounds, gloves, goggles, mask, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, chemicals, etc. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 13 |
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| Job duty | Wait and bus tables as assigned. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the ability to talk, push, pull, climb, crouch, reach, stoop, feel, talk, finger, hear, lift arms above head, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read a menu, distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the dexterity in hands, arms, shoulders. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. |
| Ranking | 14 |
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| Job duty | Assign work to and direct student employees. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time, achieve results through student employees, and give clear direction. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. Task requires employee to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. |
| Ranking | 15 |
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| Job duty | Assist cooks in preparing food. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to stand for extended periods of time during the work shift, grasp, finger, crouch, reach, walk, lift, feel, push, pull, stoop, balance, have dexterity in arms, hands, and shoulders, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read, distinguish color, perceive depth, etc. Task requires the ability to use electrical equipment, gloves, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, soaps, cleaning compounds, noise, etc. Task requires the mental ability to read labels, thermometers, scales, and to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions, and read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions, information, etc. |
| Ranking | 16 |
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| Job duty | Enforce all rules and regulations, including but not limited to; proper payment of food and proper procedures are followed by university employees regarding the payment of food. Report all violations immediately to management. |
| Duty Requirement | Requires the physical ability to lift, grasp, and exert up to 35 pounds of force unassisted. Task requires the visual ability to read numbers, words, etc. Task requires mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information. |
| Ranking | 17 |
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| Job duty | Perform other duties as assigned |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 202402190SS |
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| Desired Start Date | |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Open Date | 03/22/2024 |
| Close Date | 03/31/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
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