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Food Service Worker

University of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT
    4 days ago

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    Open Date 08/10/2026 Requisition Number PRN17330N Job Title Food Service Worker Working Title UMFA Cafe Kitchen 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 1-19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

    Currently seeking someone with availability Mondays and Wednesdays 11:00 am-4:30 pm

    This position is 10-19 hours per week and may require weekends and some evenings.

    Hours of operation: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (8:00 pm on Wednesday) Sat-Sun 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.

    Shifts vary based upon the availability of other staff members.

    Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 14.00 + tips Close Date 10/09/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 08/24/2026 Job Summary

    The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is located on the campus of the University of Utah and offers visitors the opportunity to explore over 5,000 years of human creativity with a collection of over 20,000 objects and art works from classic Greek and Roman antiquities to cutting-edge, contemporary art. Founded in 1914, the UMFA is the state of Utah's art museum, creating exhibitions and programs that serve a wide array of audiences. The UMFA is housed in the award-winning Marcia and John Price Museum Building.

    Candidates for this position will be primarily assigned to kitchen duties, but will also be expected to learn and demonstrate knowledge of Barista duties. This is a fast-paced work environment, combining intense periods of food service and heavy cleaning duties, with limited customer interaction. Kitchen staff will be expected to perform both opening and closing duties, with studious concern for procedural standards in cleanliness, food safety, quality, presentation and cooperation with others.

    Responsibilities

    Kitchen staff will require a Utah Food Handler's permit (UMFA will provide if necessary)

    Kitchen Staff's primary responsibilities are as follows:

    a. Preparing menu items in a timely fashion according to recipes and customer requests

    b. Dishwashing

    c. Constant, thorough cleaning of food prep areas and machinery

    d. Receiving, stocking and maintaining inventory

    e. Daily food pre-preparation

    f. Maintain high levels of personal hygiene

    g. An accommodating ability to work with others

    h. Awareness of the Museum operations and programs

    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.

    Preferences

    A successful candidate possesses exceptional food handling knowledge, moderate customer service skills, is a dedicated self-starter with attention to food presentation, cleanliness and teamwork, and is reliable and dependable.

    Previous kitchen experience is preferred.

    Special Instructions Summary

    Please provide class schedule and/or list of availability.

    Additional Information

    The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

    This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

    The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

    Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

    Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

    To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

    Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

    https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

      • Are you a current University of Utah student?
    • Yes

    • No

      • How many months/years of food handling/concessions related work experience do you have?
    • None

    • Less than 6 months

    • 6 months or more, but less than 1 year

    • 1 year or more, but less than 3 years

    • 3 years or more

      • Do you have a current Food Handler Permit?
    • Yes

    • No

      • Have you been awarded and have you accepted Federal Work-Study for the current school year? (work study not required to apply for this position)
    • Yes

    • No

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    • Cover Letter
    • Resume

    Optional Documents

    • Letter of Recommendation 1
    • Applicant Document - Other

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSalt Lake City, UT
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded1850
    Websitehttp://www.utah.edu/

    About Company

    The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

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