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Open Date 04/07/2026 Requisition Number PRN16934N Job Title Food Service Worker Working Title Stadium Concession Staff Career Progression Track A Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 4 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary
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Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 00842 - Rice-Eccles Stadium Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $15.00/h Close Date 07/07/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary Responsibilities
Sets-up and serves a variety of food items from counters and steam tables to cafeteria/snack shop patrons by following established methods, standards and procedures to ensure appropriate sized portions are distributed, and to provide prompt, quality service. Prepares various food items, such as sandwiches, salads, garnishes, fresh fruits and raw vegetables to provide daily service to patrons and cooks, and to complete catering orders. Ensures fresh food is properly cared for by wrapping unused portions and refrigerating those items requiring cold storage. Cleans and sanitizes work areas, such as counter tops, coffee, hot chocolate and juice machines, as well as slicers, scales, refrigerators and shelves to ensure a sanitary area for the preparation and serving of food. Uses equipment, such as scales and electric slicing machines to slice and weigh meat, cheese, etc. for catering orders and buffets. Scrapes, sorts and pre-rinses soiled dishware, glasses, and silverware; places them in the dishwashing machine; removes clean items and delivers them to various dining areas to provide sanitary dishes for use in daily serving.
Minimum Qualifications
Current Food Handler's Permit within one month of employment; must be able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in English; and a commitment to providing excellence in service required. Six months food handlers' experience is preferred.
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