The WVU Extension Service (WVUES) is seeking applications for a Food Service Worker.

About the Opportunity

The Food Service Worker is headquartered in Weston, WV (Jackson's Mill) and works in conjunction with food service employees in the preparation and serving of foods to provide support of family-style meals (sit down, buffet, catered and banquet-100,000+ annually) and refreshment breaks for each conference or special event held at the WVU Jackson's Mill State 4-H Camp. This position will be required to work flexible hours (or to be called out on short notice) to coincide with required functions, including· rotation shifts, weekends, evenings and special catered meals, events, and holidays, as necessary.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year
  (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible non-classified staff position)
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

PAY GRADE: 8
WORK HOURS: VARIABLE

What you'll do:

• Works in conjunction with Material Handlers and Food Service Workers with all stages of preparation: prepping, cooking and serving, as outlined by production demands according to authorized and standardized recipes and methods, utilizing high level production skills and kitchen equipment; such as ovens, grills, grinders, slicers, mixers, blenders, tenderizers and steam units.
• Follows all Hazardous Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) guidelines.
• Reviews menus and determines type and quantities of meals to be prepared and obtains necessary food items from freezer, cooler or other storage areas.
• Plans cooking and preparation schedules to ensure food will be ready at specified times through batch cooking techniques and correct quantities are prepared to last entire meal and/or special event.
• Ensures the proper storage and/or utilization of leftovers. Detects and reports to immediate supervisor spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies or equipment, or any other unusual conditions.
• Ensures proper sanitation guidelines are always adhered to. Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat, and orderly manner. Recommends corrective actions when necessary.
• Adheres to established policies, procedures, techniques, and methods to achieve departmental goals and objectives for food service unit. Complies with safe food handling, quality assurance, safety, cleaning, sanitation, environmental and infectious control regulations.
• Plans cooking preparation schedules to ensure food is ready at specific times, in sufficient quantities, to last entire meals and specific events. Taste/smells food being prepared to evaluate quality and quantity of menu, correct food preparation and customer appeal.
• Utilizes the (RDP) Report Data Processing property management software to check and verify information pertaining to scheduled groups. Confirms all information concerning refreshment breaks including locations, times, contents of breaks and special setups.
• Assists with the set-up, serving, breakdown of catering events. Works with staff to accomplish the guaranteed satisfaction of the customer.
• Arranges for and/or delivers catering events and breaks throughout the Jackson's Mill campus.
• Assists with maintaining an inventory system of supplies and other control systems specific to food service.
• Assists with receipt of food items, ensures accuracy of order and quality of products; place in proper storage and rotate food items as needed using the FIFO method.
• Performs routine equipment checks and inform supervisor of any needed maintenance or repair.
• Attends meetings, seminars, conferences, trade shows and training sessions as required for the position

• A high school diploma, plus six to twelve (6-12) months food preparation experience in a large-scale food service operation required; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Culinary training/experience, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to follow recipes, make calculations and figure amount of food to serve for the number of patrons expected.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cooking methods and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the operation of machinery and equipment used in food preparation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper food storage and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to follow proper leave policies and procedures for requesting time off.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of the kitchen production including cooking, baking, salad preparation, etc.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge of food service administration techniques.
• Demonstrated familiarity with methods of procurement, preparation, serving, sanitation, and storage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current food service and catering trends including beverage knowledge.

• Valid driver's license to transport items and food to various locations throughout the Jackson's Mill campus
• WV food handlers permit required within 30 days of hire
• Sanitation training certificate required within 30 days of hire

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley — the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU’s academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

To learn more about West Virginia University, visit go.wvu.edu. View current career opportunities at careers.wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.