UPL C Food Service Worker 2

Portland, Oregon
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  • Company Portland State University
  • Address 97201 Portland, Oregon, United States
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Portland State University
Position Details
Position Details
Proposed Start Date09/03/2024
Classification TitleFood Service Worker 2
Working TitleUPL C Food Service Worker 2
Department670551 - AUX University Place Conf Ctr
Position NumberD90842
RepresentationOP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE0.5 (20 hours per week)
End date, if applicable


Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
University Place Hotel is a public hotel with approximately 8000 sq. ft. of meeting space, a restaurant and 234 guest rooms :https://www.uplacehotel.com/
Position Summary
The purpose of this position is to primarily provide excellent customer service to Hotel guests for daily continental breakfast from preparing food and beverages, setting up and serving food and beverages on serving line, to cleaning up food and beverages and the breakfast-serving areas.
Occasionally, this position may provide assistance to the Sales and Events team with room set up, food preparation, delivering and serving during Clients’ events and the like carried out with efficiency and professionalism.
We are recruiting to fill two open positions.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
-One year of experience in a commercial food service utility.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
  • High school education or equivalent.
  • Ability to work alone and follow trained procedures and standards.
  • Ability to remain on feet, kneel, bend, stretch, lift, push, and pull throughout shift.
  • Ability to work with minimal to moderate supervision in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to use computer to run, read, and complete routine reports.
  • Availability to work weekends.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language with guests and co-workers to accurately receive and convey information.
  • Ability to clearly communicate by email, phone and in person in a diverse setting.
  • Demonstrate reliable, regular, and predictable work attendance
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1-2 years experience in preparing breakfast in a hotel, hospitality, or travel industry.
Key Cultural Competencies
  • Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
  • Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/HoursSunday to Saturday, 20 hours per week, schedule will regularly be 4 to 6 hours per shift. Schedule may change occasionally, based on business needs.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $16.60 and 17.80. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities :https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-psu



Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please define customer service and give an example of providing excellent customer service. State the setting(s) in which you have provided customer service.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * How did you first find out about this position?
    • PSU Website
    • Indeed.com
    • HERCJobs
    • Urban League of Portland
    • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
    • Oregon Employment Department
    • Social Media
    • Person Referral
    • Career Builder
    • Glass Door
    • Other - Please describe in the next Question
  3. If you selected Other, please describe.

    (Open Ended Question)



Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional References
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