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Position Description

Kitchenperson/Chef?s Helper:

• Cleans and sanitizes physical space and equipment
• Moves product into and out from production as required following HACCP procedures
• Assists with food preparation duties

Potwasher:

• Cleans and sanitizespotwashing/dish area, walls,floors and counters
• Fills, empties, operatesand performs regularmaintenance on pot washing machineor manually washes pots as required
• Monitors and recordstemperatures and sanitizerconcentration in manual wash sink and machinesto insure safe operation
• Returns all cleanedequipment and utensilsto point of service

Laundryperson:

• Launders, folds and distributes uniforms, towels, tablecloths and napkins
• Maintains clean and organized laundryarea
• Operates washing machinesand dryers according to instructions
• Keeps laundry equipment clean and in goodorder

• Leaves workstation clean and re-stocked
• Recycles products per policy and procedure.
• Accurately fills out sanitation and temperature logs and food service records as required. Informs personin charge when corrective action is needed
• Follows sanitation standards in compliance with all regulatory agencies including Harvard Environmental Health and Safety regulations
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management team and guests
• Complies with State of Massachusetts and Dining Services??Food Employee IllnessPolicy?.
• Represents HUDS to students, faculty,staff and guests in a positive and professional manner.
• Works to meet the mission and core values of Harvard University Dining Services with enthusiasm and a spirit of cooperation.
• Performs other dutiesas assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diplomaor equivalent.
• Must have proficiency with the Englishlanguage (speaking, readingand writing).
• Must be able to followdirections.
• Must be neat in appearance and comply with proper dress code as designated by HUDS.
• Some proficiency with kitchen tools and equipmentwithout restrictions.

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have strong multi-tasking skills.
• Must have excellentcommunication skills.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse set of staff, management and guests.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced diverse environment.
• Must be customerservice oriented.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of six months work experience.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Relevant knife skills.
• Previous experience workingin a University environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to routinely lift 50 lbs. without restrictions
• Continuous: lifting, standing, manual dexterity, reaching, walking, handling, bending,and push/pull.
• Occasional: climbing, squatting, and sitting.

Additional Information

Emergency Status Designation: Essential

Note: This job description may vary or change based on the needs of the business.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format

On-Site


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