Lead Food Service Worker

The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin

. Support daily operations of varying food service operations .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $45,760 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in food preparation, cooking, and customer service within high-volume food service operations, while ensuring compliance with food safety standards and effective staff training.

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Food PreparationCustomer ServiceFood Safety TrainingPoint-of-Sale (POS) SystemsStaff Training

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Hard Skills

CookingRecipe ExecutionInventory TrackingShort-Order CookingFood PresentationSanitation PracticesCommercial Kitchen EquipmentCash HandlingFood Waste MinimizationMulti-Tasking

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeamworkProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

POS SystemsCommercial Kitchen Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Food Safety Training

Industry Keywords

High-Volume Food ServiceRestaurant OperationsInstitutional Food FacilityCustomer Service ExpectationsCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support daily operations of varying food service operations
Assist in leading dining staff during meal service and ensure assigned tasks are completed efficiently
Train staff on food handling, safety procedures, customer service expectations, and station setup
Manage daily area work assignments and ensure smooth workflow
Prepare, cook, and serve meals in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Perform short-order and made-to-order cooking and prepare customized drinks using commercial kitchen equipment
Read and execute recipes according to culinary standards
Set up, stock, clean, replenish, and break down serving areas, workstations, and equipment
Restock shelves, beverage stations, and convenience store merchandise
Track inventory, assist with ordering supplies, and minimize food waste
Greet and assist customers and provide excellent customer service
Operate POS systems and accurately process meal plan, cash, and credit card transactions
Monitor food presentation, quality, portion control, temperatures, and food safety compliance
Store food using wrapping, dating, and rotation procedures; prevent cross-contamination
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across dining rooms, kitchens, dish areas, bathrooms, and service areas
Maintain and replenish service supplies
Report emergencies and equipment issues
Complete food safety training and cashier-operation paperwork, including cash reconciliation and deposit reports
Adhere to University policies regarding time, attendance, training, and compliance
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two years of experience working and preparing food in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility
Experience training or leading staff in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional food facility
Experience with operating standard kitchen equipment
Ability to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Three or more years of experience working and preparing food in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional facility using commercial kitchen equipment (preferred)
Two years or more of experience as a cashier in a food service operation utilizing point-of-sale (POS) systems (preferred)
One or more years of experience training or leading staff in a restaurant, commercial, or institutional food facility (preferred)
Customer service experience in a high-volume food service operation (preferred)
Experience following recipes (preferred)
Basic computer skills (preferred)
Ability to multi-task and work with little supervision (preferred)
The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Criminal history background check required for finalists
Must present acceptable and original documents proving identity and authorization to work in the United States no later than the third day of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2.00 per hour shift differential pay for designated evening and weekend shifts
100% employer-paid basic medical coverage at hire
Free Capital Metro bus rides
Retirement contributions
Uniform provided
Longevity pay
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Career growth & professional development
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to eligibility