Food service worker - restaurant - state

Food Service Worker - Collegiate Restaurant - Alfred State College

Join Our Culinary Team at Alfred State College's Collegiate Restaurant!

Alfred State College is excited to launch operations at the Collegiate Restaurant and we're looking for dedicated team members to join us! We're hiring for multiple Food Service Worker positions at various levels to help bring exceptional food service to our community.

We are currently hiring for the following part-time positions:

• Cashiers
• Dishwashers
• Servers 
• Head Servers 
• Cooks 
• Head Cooks

Food Service Workers perform a variety of activities related to food preparation and service in New York State facilities. The New York State Classification Standard includes the below illustrative tasks for Food Service Workers.

• Performs a variety of tasks in the area of food preparation.
• Cleans and sanitizes refrigerators and other equipment, by hand and equipment, using a variety of cleaning substances.
• Cleans and sanitizes loading dock areas, garbage cans, storage areas, food preparation areas and general kitchen area including floors, ceilings, and walls using mops, scrub brushes, and other equipment.
• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, and other cooking equipment by hand and machine.
• Assists with delivery trucks and stores deliveries in appropriate storage areas. May be responsible for checking products upon delivery for proper temperatures and storage requirements.
• Transports food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas as directed.
• Cleans, weighs, and measures fruits, vegetables, or other ingredients in preparation for cooking as directed.
• Prepares simple foods such as sandwiches, hamburgers, and eggs on the grill. Performs a variety of tasks in the area of food service.
• Sets and waits on tables
• Serves food in the designated portions to individuals.
• Makes simple foods such as sandwiches, toast, coffee, tea, and salads as necessary.
• Cleans dining room and service areas including furniture, woodwork, windows, floors, and steam tables.
• Washes dishes and serving utensils by machine and hand.
• Inventories requisitions and stores supplies.
• Supervises a subordinate staff in food preparation and service activities.
• Plans and schedules appropriate coverage for assigned dining room or kitchen activities. Effects changes as necessary.
• Provides in-service training for subordinate staff in the procedures and techniques required in the performance of their jobs. Ensures appropriate follow up on training as appropriate.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for compliance with established standards and schedules. Inspects for proper procedures including routine food preparation, food portion control, appropriate dish washing and other cleaning actions, and the maintenance of pertinent sanitary standards.
• Evaluates individual work performance of subordinate staff. Initiates corrective action as appropriate.
• Investigates and resolves routine complaints relating to assigned areas.
• Prepares reports and other documents of food preparation and service activities per established agency procedure.
• Requisitions needed supplies in area of responsibility and oversees proper storage and safekeeping.
• Prepares work schedules to ensure adequate coverage of all areas; schedules and coordinates shift and work assignments
• Orients new employees in on-the-job procedures; participates in employee training and attends training classes as assigned.
• Ensures that time and accrual records are maintained according to facility policy.
• Prepares evaluations
• Advises subordinate employees as to acceptable work habits. Submits requests for counseling or disciplinary action following approved procedures.

Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and speak and write in English.

Prior experience in food service settings including responsibilities in cleaning standards, food preparation, food service, or ordering of food and non-food supplies may be required. 

The hourly rate of pay will range from $16.43 per hour to $25.10 per hour depending on the level of position and commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Employees are also offered EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS! We offer extensive healthcare and retirement options, including the opportunity for a pension. Furthermore, we prioritize a harmonious integration of work, personal life, and academic endeavors to support your overall work-life balance and effectiveness.

Benefits options include:

Health Insurance:

• Cost effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer.
• PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions.
• Exceptional fertility benefits available.
• Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement.

Dental and Vision:

• No cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

Educational Support:

• Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development.

Paid Time Off:

• New employees are eligible for up to an impressive 22 vacation, 5 personal and 13 paid sick days per year, increasing with years of service.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave

Retirement Plans:

• Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life. 
• Additional pre- and post- tax voluntary retirement savings options are available.

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package are designed to exceed your expectations, affirming our dedication to your overall well-being and professional growth.

Non-Discrimination Notice

Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the college community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Alfred State policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the compliance officers/coordinators listed below. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and other laws, regulations, and policies prohibiting discrimination may be directed to:

Angela Koskoff
Chief Diversity Officer
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
[email protected]
Phone 607-587-4025

If you would like to receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop in and request one at the University Police Department, located in the TG House on Lower College Drive or request a copy by calling the University Police at 607-587-3999. This report is available on the college's website at:

PI279035801