Req #: 237422Department: HOUSING & FOOD SERVICESPosting Date: 08/02/2024Closing Info:
Closes On 08/18/2024Salary: $3,492 - $4,216 per monthShift: First ShiftNotes:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908a11y.pdf) STOCKROOM ATTENDANT 2 - ETC MARKET Thank you for considering Housing & Food Services at the University of Washington, Seattle.Housing & Food Services (HFS) provides on-campus housing to over 10,000 student residents and operates over 40 dining and café locations that serve the entire campus community. To successfully accomplish this, we employ over 1,200 students, classified and professional staff members who work throughout HFS, providing residential and dining services to the campus. As reflected in our mission statement— working together to enhance student life —teamwork and service to our students and customers are at the heart of our business.At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. In Housing & Food Services, our DEI statement reads:HFS will become an organization that prioritizes inclusive workplace communities, centered on belonging and opportunity for all staff. All HFS staff must accept responsibility to identify and interrupt biases, privilege, barriers, and power dynamics. We challenge ourselves to engage in open dialogue, active listening, and empathic learning.Should you wish to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at UW Housing & Food Services, please reference this link Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement Training (https://rise.articulate.com/share/Rvbm5rUb5hsucH1MFwIlEmC1xhyJOtye#/) .Come and join the UW Dining team to lend your own contributions toward a friendly and inclusive environment for all!POSITION PURPOSE
Receive, issue and maintain an inventory of prepared foods, recipe ingredients, grocery items and supplies for the dining unit or market on the University of Washington campus and support the unit(s) by assisting where needed.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Receive ordered materials from loading dock; check purchase receipts and invoices; return damaged goods; and stock shelves
Merchandise unit (dry, refrigerated and frozen) in accordance with unit standards.
Fill and receive day-to-day requisitions from Cafes and advise students and staff on questions regarding inventory in stock
Issue food items and supplies
Maintain compliance with state and institution policies regarding receipt, issuance and inventory of supplies, materials and equipment; notify superior when necessary to reorder inventory
Maintain inventory and ordering records and/or cost records and periodically take physical inventories
Store merchandise received in refrigerators, freezers or storage rooms according to inventory storage locations and food handling guidelines. Rotate stock so that older items are used first
Rearrange stock to accommodate inventory movement and use hand dollies and pallet jacks to move stock and equipment
May drive university vehicle to transport product from Central Storage/other units
Maintain stockroom and perform custodial duties in stockroom areas
May participate in disposal of surplus materials
Perform related duties as required, including cashiering, preparation and service of food in the various concepts during rush periods or when there are staff shortages
Perform data input into CBORD FSS system following established protocols, including orders, invoices, inventory, and transfers. Identify and escalate suspected errors or issues to manager or Dining Systems.
Generate and print reports or worksheets from CBORD FSS system, including order guides and tally sheets.
Take inventory counts using tally sheets from CBORD FSS system.POSITION DIMENSIONS
Position involves lifting and working in extremely hot and cold environments. Knowledge required is beyond regular stockroom work in that the position must know how foods are received and stored, considering expiration date, appearance and temperature.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Six months of full-time experience as a Stockroom Attendant I OR equivalent education/experience.Specific Position Requirements
Experience that demonstrates success:
Handling food and perishable products safely
Driving small trucks and vehicles on highly congested streets
Working independently by following written procedures and instruction
Multi-tasking in an environment where there is simultaneous interaction with staff and customers
Working in an environment where there is daily interaction with a diverse group of staff and customersCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
A satisfactory outcome from the employment reference check processes and education verification
Food Worker’s Card required within two weeks of employment and maintenance of the valid card thereafter
Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Washington Driver’s License. (This position may drive a university vehicle to transport product from Central Storage/other units)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
Ability to walk up to 45 minutes at a time for up to 7 hours a day, varying stance and postures
Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force frequently
Ability to perform repetitive arm, hand and wrist motions on a frequent basis
Ability to reach frequently at waist level, above waist and shoulder levelUniversity of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.