Full Time Food Service Worker at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, VA

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Job Description The Shift Leader for Dining Services is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the assigned food service department. This role involves supervising and leading a team of staff members, ensuring the efficient production and delivery of food, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, and providing excellent customer service. The Shift Leader reports to the management team and collaborates closely with kitchen staff, administrative staff, and other supervisors. Performance goals for this position are summarized within the areas of food production, customer service, safety, sanitation, security, and compliance, and training and leadership. Required Qualifications • Proven experience in food service or a related field, with previous supervisory experience preferred. • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and train staff effectively. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with team members and provide feedback. • Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices, including HACCP guidelines. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize responsibilities. • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Preferred Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent; additional culinary or supervisory training is a plus. • ServSafe and HACCP certification • Familiarity with computerized management tools and record-keeping systems. • Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy objects. Pay Band 2 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Regular Salary Information Salary range $33,800 - $38,480/year based on position Hours per week 40 Review Date Open until filled Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prev