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Working TitleFood Service Worker for Mtn Campus

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501172AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support I

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$39,816 - $43,798

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/14/2025

Description of Work Unit

Housing & Dining Services

Please visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services ( HDS ) as one of the largest departments on campus and is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus

The Mountain Campus( MTC )of Colorado State University is part of the university and is located approximately 53 miles west of the main Fort Collins campus at 9,000 ft. elevation in a remote

mountain valley adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park. As part of HDS , the Mountain Campus exists to serve the Colorado State University and surrounding communities as a site for student learning, research and conferences. We strive to deliver outstanding residential and dining experiences crafted by an engaged team dedicated to social and environmental responsibility. The MTC operates a single dining center. Our season of operation is May to November. We employ 30-35 seasonal staff and serve 65,000+ meals each season to the nearly 6,500 students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the campus. There is limited Wi-Fi, but no cell phone service, and pets are not allowed.

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Position Summary

The Foodservice Worker for Mtn Campus position actively prepares and serves food in a high-volume food service operation at the CSU Mountain Campus to assure the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer service are always achieved. Please visithttps://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/ (https://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/%20) for more information about working at Housing and Dining Services.

This position resides at the Mtn Campus during the season of operation: May – November,

During the off season (November – March), this position will report to CSU Residential Dining Services on the Colorado State University, Fort Collins campus.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Six months experience in a food service or retail operation: (e.g., Resume lists at least 6 months in a food or retail job such as cashier, server, barista, or prep cook, with duties including customer interaction, stocking, or food handling.)

Preferred Job Qualifications

As part of our hiring process, we will review all submitted materials (including resumes and cover letters) using a set of qualifications that reflect the needs of this role. Below are the qualifications with examples of the types of experience we look for. Applicants are encouraged to highlight relevant skills and experiences that align with these areas:

+ Professional Cooking Experience:(e.g., Worked over one year as a line cook preparing made-to-order meals in a commercial kitchen.)

+ Experience in Fast-Paced or High-Volume Settings:(e.g., Prepared meals for over 300 students daily in a school cafeteria setting.)

+ Time Management and Task Coordination Skills:(e.g., Managed grill station while prepping side dishes and training a new employee during peak lunch hours.)

+ Interpersonal and Communication Skills:(e.g., Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and accommodate special orders.)

+ Commitment to High-Quality Customer Service:(e.g., Regularly greeted guests and resolved minor issues to ensure customer satisfaction in a food court environment.

+ Experience Creating Positive Customer Experiences:(e.g., Recognized by supervisor for creating a welcoming dining experience for regular customers through personal engagement.)

+ Knowledge of Food Safety Standards:(e.g., Holds current ServSafe Food Handler Certification and follows safe food storage and sanitation practices.)

Note to Applicants: These examples are not exhaustive but serve as helpful guides. We encourage you to use your application materials to illustrate how your background and experience align with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryFood Production and Service

Duty/Responsibility

+ Serve food according to established standards and portions. Ensure that foods that are served always meet the highest standards of quality and appearance.

+ Occasionally prepare food using skills that include, but are not limited to, baking, roasting, sauteing, frying, grilling, broiling, steaming, chopping, measuring, and mixing.

+ Understand and safely use power-operated foodservice production and cleaning equipment.

+ Meet defined food production standards guided by standardized recipes and menus.

+ Provide input on food production volume and inventory levels to ensure services are not disrupted by outages.

+ Record and verify necessary food production and service temperatures to ensure that the highest standards of food safety are met continuously.

+ Monitor and restock food and supplies to prevent service disruptions. Conduct inventory.

+ Conduct opening and closing procedures in a defined work area.

+ Indirectly supervise Temporary Hourly Employees and Student Employees within a defined work area to ensure staff are meeting defined standards of food production, quality, and safety.

Percentage Of Time75

Job Duty CategoryCustomer Service

Duty/Responsibility

+ Determine if areas meet established levels of cleanliness and when to do appropriate scheduled cleaning.

+ Develop cleaning lists to help with accountability.

+ Check the quality of work of the employees.

+ Report safety hazards if seen

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryTraining, Certification, and Other Duties

Duty/Responsibility

+ Attend assigned and voluntary CSU , HDS , and department training sessions to continue improving knowledge and skills.

+ Successfully obtain the ServSafe food safety certification and maintain certification while employed as a Foo Service Worker.

+ Complete other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume with your work experience, education, certifications and any other relevant information and provide the contact information for three professional references.

For full consideration, please apply by 09/14/2025, but the posting will be open until filled. Please make sure to align your applicable experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications on the posting.

This position must reside at the Mountain Campus during season of operation: May-November

During the off season (November – March), this position will report to Residential Dining Services on the Colorado State University, Fort Collins campus.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Shift Work, On-call Status

Search ContactAnthony King; 970-491-4703; [email protected]

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * This position is required to reside at the Mountain Campus during the season of operation: May-November. During the offseason: November - May, this position will report to Residential Dining Services, Fort Collins campus. Are you able to reside at the MTC during the season of operation?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents