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Job description

Why Work for RIT Dining

RIT Dining serves thousands of students, faculty, and staff each day, creating meaningful moments across campus. As a university‑owned operation, we’re committed to delivering personalized culinary experiences while providing valuable growth opportunities for both full‑time employees and student workers. You’ll work alongside an enthusiastic team, which includes students from many backgrounds to create a welcoming environment. Your contributions enhance the student experience as customers and support employees in building the teamwork, confidence, and real‑world skills that drive long‑term success.

You will find:

• • Work–Life Balance You Can Count On
    Predictable schedules with added flexibility during academic breaks.
  • Strong Benefits That Support You
    Comprehensive health coverage, employer‑paid disability, and wellness resources.
  • Grow With Us
    Tuition assistance for you and your family, plus career development in a collaborative, innovative environment.
  • Invest in Your Future
    Competitive retirement plan with up to 8% employer match.
  • Time to Recharge
    Generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and a culture that values your well‑being.
  • Meaningful Perks
    Weekly meal benefits and access to campus amenities.
  • A Community That Welcomes You
    Supportive teams where your contributions make a real impact.

Current Anticipated Hours/Work Location:

• • Location: Dependent on Dining Area Need. (Click on link to see all locations)
  • Work Schedule: Schedule varies based on event needs.
    • Work schedule may need to fluctuate based on University-wide events, and academic breaks.   

To be successful in this role, we are looking for:

• Servsafe certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Allertain certified or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Other duties may be assigned

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Washes produce, cuts ingredients, and prepares hot and cold foods
• Ensures all food is of satisfactory quality and quantity, and is prepared, served, and stored at proper temperatures and times
• Performs a variety of assigned cooking duties which may include short orders such as hamburgers, chicken, eggs, and other grill items, as well as cold foods such as items for delicatessen/salad bar and compound salads
• Assists in maintaining sanitation and health and safety standards, including the proper labeling, rotation, and storage of food items
• Prepares menu items according to product specifications and recipes provided by culinary leadership
• Cleans and/or sanitizes cooking utensils, grills, ovens, hoods, and other kitchen equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of culinary environments, techniques, and standards
• Knowledge of allergens, food sensitivities, and dietetic restrictions
• Skill in time management, organization, and multi-tasking
• Ability to follow New York State, Monroe County, and university health codes as they relate to health, sanitation, and safety
• Ability to deliver exceptional customer service

Minimum Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 6 months of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

Operations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 1 - An entry-level role building knowledge and skills. Performs routine, well-defined, easy-to-understand tasks that can typically be learned in a short period of time. Work is performed under close supervision using clearly prescribed methods and detailed instructions.

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Application Materials

When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information.  This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.