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About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website dining.uga.edu
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
This position offers a 40 hour work week. Hours and schedule may vary and include evenings and weekends.
Advertised Salary $16.246153 / hr
Posting Date 10/23/2023
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 11/05/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
This is manual and semi-skilled work in the performance of advanced food service duties in dining hall or cash operations kitchens. Work involves responsibility for limited supervision over subordinate food service workers engaged in serving foods and cleaning facilities for limited food preparation tasks and for related food service duties that are more advanced and responsible than the duties of Food Service Worker I. Employees of this class apply limited skills and knowledge that are acquired through experience. Duties include responsibility for instructing subordinate food service workers in dining hall techniques and methods; for maintaining high standards of cleanliness; and for assuring that patrons are served in a pleasant and courteous manner. Assignments are received in the form of specific oral and written instructions and are reviewed by inspection and observation of results obtained.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Basic math skills. Ability to lead employees in routine food service tasks in a manner conducive to full performance and good morale. Knowledge of hazards to health in food preparation and service and of necessary precautionary measures.
Physical Demands
Move loads up to 50 lbs, unloading and stocking products; push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs; repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel; and work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors. Work long hours standing.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Is this a Position of Trust? No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Assisting cooks and other kitchen personnel in such tasks as cleaning and paring vegetables, washing dishes, serving from a serving line, cleaning tables, and sweeping floors.
Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities
Work involves responsibility for limited supervision over subordinate food service workers engaged in serving foods, cleaning facilities, and preparing serving line meals.
Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities
Responsible not only for neatness, and cleanliness in preparing, handling, and serving food, but for serving patrons in a pleasant and courteous manner. Care and use of food service equipment including meat slicer, mixing machine, steam cookers and beverage machines.
Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities
Performs related work as assigned by management.
Percentage of time 10
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Shelly Orozco-Marrs
Recruitment Contact Email shellyom@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Are you willing to walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, bend, and squat frequently, work with hands above head, and work from an standard and/or extended ladder or other raised surface throughout your shift?
No Response
No
Yes
* How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
