What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Associate - Full time/Part-time position at Inside Higher Ed?
Join our Team at Portland Community College
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. Wherever you're coming from and wherever you're going in life, Portland Community College has the classes and programs to get you there. Our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.
Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.
Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington.
What You'll Do And Who We Are Looking For
This is a recruitment for several available Full-time or Part-time Food Service Assistant positions located at campuses throughout the PCC District.
Cascade Campus
Southeast Campus
Rock Creek Campus
Under the direct supervision of food service management, performs basic food service functions, including preparation/serving of food items, stocking of supplies, cashiering and catering special events. Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring an ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations and understand commonly used procedures and work methods. Communication skills are employed to interact with supervisor, co-workers, student trainees and public. Responsible for maintaining County/State/Federal health codes, customer satisfaction and accurate work results that are noticeable by the customer (i.e., food quality, wholesomeness, presentation, merchandising, portion control and maintenance of departmental food standards).
See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/classified-jobs/fsassoc/
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience performing stock control, inventory, and food production (two years of course work in Hotel and Restaurant Training or two years of job-related training may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement).
Must have basic knowledge and experience with computer spreadsheet and word processing. Ability to make minor repairs to assorted food service equipment and small appliances is required. Must have valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Oregon, and possess an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications: These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position. Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.
Education
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:
Employment TypeFull time
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:
How We Determine Initial Salary Placement
The first step of the range is $17.69 per hour. Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.
Required
Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public EmploymentPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:
PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check
Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.
Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. Wherever you're coming from and wherever you're going in life, Portland Community College has the classes and programs to get you there. Our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.
Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.
Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington.
What You'll Do And Who We Are Looking For
This is a recruitment for several available Full-time or Part-time Food Service Assistant positions located at campuses throughout the PCC District.
Cascade Campus
Southeast Campus
Rock Creek Campus
Under the direct supervision of food service management, performs basic food service functions, including preparation/serving of food items, stocking of supplies, cashiering and catering special events. Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring an ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations and understand commonly used procedures and work methods. Communication skills are employed to interact with supervisor, co-workers, student trainees and public. Responsible for maintaining County/State/Federal health codes, customer satisfaction and accurate work results that are noticeable by the customer (i.e., food quality, wholesomeness, presentation, merchandising, portion control and maintenance of departmental food standards).
See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/classified-jobs/fsassoc/
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience performing stock control, inventory, and food production (two years of course work in Hotel and Restaurant Training or two years of job-related training may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement).
Must have basic knowledge and experience with computer spreadsheet and word processing. Ability to make minor repairs to assorted food service equipment and small appliances is required. Must have valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Oregon, and possess an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications: These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position. Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.
- Experience operating a cash register.
- Experience with inventory and restocking.
- Experience assisting at a fry station and grill.
- Experience with cleaning solvents.
- Experience assisting at a Barista station.
- Experience with customer service
Education
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:
- A collaborative and inspiring campus community
- Opportunities for learning and professional development
Employment TypeFull time
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Oregon PERS contribution
- Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program
- Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
- Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
- Conference and Event Rental Space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events
- Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) reference Classified Agreement
- Starts at 8 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service)
- 1 day of sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays
- PCC Winter Break (when College is Closed)
- 24 hours of personal leave per year
How We Determine Initial Salary Placement
The first step of the range is $17.69 per hour. Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.
Required
Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public EmploymentPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:
- Veterans: DD214
- Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA
PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check
Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.
Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions
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