Job Description:

Position Details Req ID: req18104 Position Title: Food Service Aide Position Type: Staff Part-Time Position Number: 631581 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: Human Development & Family Science Location Address: Stillwater, OK 74078 USA Hiring Supervisor: Sandy Major Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding): 11.00 - 13.00, Hourly Work Schedule: M-F 9am-3pm Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:

*Assist with preparation of nutritious and enjoyable meals and snacks for children ages 12 months to 6 years using approved recipes and in accordance with NAEYC and OKDHS child nutrition guidelines; including portion size and restricted foods.

*Follow Oklahoma State Department of Health guidelines for commercial kitchens; including sanitation and storage of food and chemicals.

*Assist with sanitation and safe operations of all equipment; including daily cleaning routine and making or reporting necessary repairs on equipment.

*Assist with the training of student employees that may be assigned to the kitchen. 

*Occasional food preparation for field trips and family events.

*Perform other duties as assigned.

Position presents exposure to working with sharp objects, hot food and appliances. Environment will have potentially slippery floors.

Position requires standing for long periods of time, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling and occasionally lifting approximately 50 lbs.

Special Instructions to Applicants Complete application must include a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references. Education & Experience Position Qualifications: This position will require the incumbent to have documented proof of full Covid-19 vaccination status or an approved accommodation through the OSU Office of Equal Opportunity upon hire. Minimum Qualifications:

High School/GED

Pediatric First Aid and CPR within 60 days of employment.
Successful completion of ServSafe Food Handler's course within 90 days of employment and annual renewal.
Required annual training through OSU.

*Knowledge of kitchen equipment use and maintenance.

 *Self-management: time management skills, willingness to improve own performance.

 *Problem-solving: applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions.

 *Excellent communication skills: written and verbal.

 *Organized and methodical.

 *Excellent standards of hygiene.

 *Positive attitude.

 *Application of information technology: basic IT skills, including MSWord, Excel and using internet search engines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Vocational/Technical in Food Service, Nutrition, or related field.

Experience in food service or related area.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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