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Food Service and Production Worker (Brandywine)

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time
United States, Pennsylvania, Media
May 30, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State is searching for a full time Food Service and Production Worker (Brandywine) - Grade 9 to join the team. Duties include: Position Summary: We are seeking a dependable and service-oriented Food Service Worker to join our Housing & Foods team. This position plays a vital role in delivering quality dining services to students, staff, and visitors. The role involves food preparation, customer service, cleanliness, and general operations of a dining unit. Key Responsibilities: Take customer orders and serve food using proper portion control and food safety guidelines. Set up food stations, utensils, equipment, and signage per brand and in-house standards. Prepare food items per established recipes and specifications. Support the catering operation as needed with events Open, operate, and close dining units according to standard procedures. Operate equipment such as fryers, ovens, grills, slicers, beverage machines, and more. Receive, store, rotate, and inventory supplies; report shortages or issues. Maintain clean and sanitary work and dining areas, including janitorial duties. Wash and store pots, pans, and equipment. Train and supervise part-time staff and ensure compliance with dress codes. Perform custodial tasks such as vacuuming, floor care, window cleaning, and restroom maintenance. Dismantle and clean kitchen exhaust systems and filters. Attend mandatory training (some may be off-site). Report emergencies and equipment malfunctions to supervisors. Job Requirements: Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data. Up to and including 3 months of effective experience. Work Schedule:Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 9:30pm Days Off:Friday, Saturday QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE 3 to 12 months of effective experience REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement. SALARY AND BENEFITS For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. 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