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University of Pennsylvania

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Penn Dining Services Job Profile Title Temporary Local 54 Summary Residential & Hospitality ... The team works closely with other partners to provide students and guests with services that ...

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Center, TX

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Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and ... Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Two high school students will participate in a 4-week paid ...

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Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and ... Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Two high school students will participate in a 4-week paid ...

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Temporary Food Service Worker; Penn Dining Services

Temporary Food Service Worker; Penn Dining Services

University of Pennsylvania

On-site

$7.25 - $16.80/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

University Of Pennsylvania rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

134th of 560 rated colleges and universities

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title

Temporary Food Service Worker; Penn Dining Services

Job Profile Title

Temporary Local 54

Job Description Summary

Residential & Hospitality Services is one of 18 departments reporting to the Division of Business Services. Consistent with the Business Services mission, our underlying philosophy is to provide our clients with high quality services in a fiscally responsible manner. Residential & Hospitality Services is a group of dedicated, innovative, and student-centered staff that oversee the on-campus living and dining, as well as conferences, programs and events hosted at Penn. The team works closely with other partners to provide students and guests with services that support living and learning at the University of Pennsylvania.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • During meal periods, employees are responsible for serving and restocking food, beverages, condiments, dishes and other items in their proper areas in an attractive, safe and sanitary fashion.
  • Employees are expected to, in accordance with unit needs, assist with the maintenance of other areas in the dining halls, including but not limited to dining rooms, tray belts, dishroom carts, lowerators, bus carts, and warming carts.
  • Employees are also responsible for insuring the cleanliness, sanitation and proper storage of all tools (including brooms, dustpans, vacuums, mops, buckets, towels, aprons) and utensils utilized.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED is preferred and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Recent experience in food service preferred. Demonstrated customer service skills. Ability to communicate and implement management direction. Ability to lift 10 - 25lbs. Must be willing to work flexible hours, 7 day per week operation.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Residential and Hospitality Services

Pay Range

$7.25 - $16.80 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

  • Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefitsto protect you and your family's health and welfare.
  • Retirement:Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.

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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.

Industry

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

Year founded

1740

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