Seasonal Youth Development Summer Food Service (continuous post)

Title: Seasonal Youth Development Summer Food Service (continuous post)

Classification: 0003 Seasonal/Fair, limited to 67 days per calendar year if working over 14 hours/week

Appointment: Temporary, Hourly/Time card position, 0-40+ hours per week

Pay Range: Depending on education, qualifications, experience, and position type:

1. High School Food Service Assistant, $15.25 an hour
2. Food Service Worker, $15.25-$17.25 an hour
3. Food Service Manager, $15.25-$21 an hour
4. Camp Food Service Manager, $15.25-$21 an hour

Offer high-quality meals and service during a 4-H event while maintaining safe safety standards. These positions are not eligible for overtime and hours are worked mainly on a specific camp, fair or other site location.

Positions located across Minnesota, based on county fair, event, or camp food service needs. Positions work on site at events in kitchens and dining rooms that may not be climate-controlled. Interest in available locations and roles will be collected in the required intake survey.

Offer high-quality meals and service during a 4-H event while maintaining safe safety standards. Pay: $15.25 an hour. May work up to 40+ hours per week; may include days, weekend, evening or all for the length of the event. A specific work schedule will be determined with the supervisor.

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals according to a set schedule while maintaining excellent guest service.
• Keep the kitchen and dining areas clean (including dishwashing) and strictly adhere to Minnesota Department of Health standards.
• Minimize waste through precise portion control and inventory management.
• Monitor kitchen operations for safety hazards, ensure proper procedures are followed, and report any health concerns or staff misconduct to the Food Service Manager.

• Required to complete job screening questionnaire to be considered for any roles (https://z.umn.edu/YDfoodservicescreen)
• High school student; cannot have graduated from high school or equivalent
• Must be 16 years old

Offer high-quality meals and service during a 4-H event while maintaining safe safety standards. Pay range: $15.25-$17.25 an hour. May work up to 40+ hours per week; may include days, weekend, evening or all for the length of the event. A specific work schedule will be determined with the supervisor.

• Liaise with the Food Service Manager to manage meal counts, timing, and critical allergen safety protocols.
• Lead the preparation and service of high-quality meals while maintaining a positive, guest-focused environment.
• Maintain and enforce Minnesota Department of Health sanitary standards across all kitchen and dining areas.
• Manage food quantities and portioning to maximize resources and minimize waste.
• Monitor kitchen behavior and safety procedures, collaborating with management to address health concerns or personnel issues.

• Required to complete job screening questionnaire to be considered for any roles (https://z.umn.edu/YDfoodservicescreen)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be at least 18 years old by the start date
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and regularly perform physical tasks such as bending, twisting, pulling, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion
• Experience working with hot, cold, and hazardous kitchen equipment

• Experience working with school-aged youth and volunteers is desired
• A valid driver's license may be required to coordinate delivery or pick up of the food order.

Manage the daily operations of the kitchen and dining area as well as offer high-quality meals and service during a 4-H event. Pay range: $15.25-$21 an hour. May work up to 40+ hours per week; may include days, weekend, evening or all. Work time may include pre-event, the length of the event, and post-event. A specific work schedule will be determined with the supervisor.

• Collaborate on food and supply budgets while maintaining meticulous records of purchases and returns in strict accordance with University of Minnesota policies.
• Manage end-to-end supply chains by inventorying equipment, ordering food quantities based on attendance, and coordinating deliveries with suppliers.
• Train staff and volunteers on kitchen operations while enforcing rigorous Minnesota Department of Health sanitary standards to ensure a safe environment.
• Lead the kitchen team in scheduling, preparing, and serving high-quality meals, with a specialized focus on managing food allergens and dietary needs.
• Supervise portion control and waste management, including the development of strategic plans for the ethical use of surplus food.
• Direct daily kitchen operations, including staff behavior and cleaning schedules, to ensure a professional guest experience and timely service.

• Required to complete job screening questionnaire to be considered for any roles (https://z.umn.edu/YDfoodservicescreen)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be at least 18 years old by the start date
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and regularly perform physical tasks such as bending, twisting, pulling, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion
• Experience working with hot, cold, and hazardous kitchen equipment
• Completed cooking safely for a crowd training, or have current certified food protection manager certification for food stands that operate more than 10 days under a seasonal temporary license.
• Experience in food service and cooking for large groups preferred
• Managerial and organizational skills
• Driving required for some Managers (driving or non-driving descriptions) to coordinate delivery or pick up of the food order

• Completed degree/certificate from a college/culinary school and/or current food industry experience equivalent to two years of full-time experience
• Experience working with school-aged youth and volunteers desired
• A valid driver's license may be required to coordinate delivery or pick up of the food order.

To plan and serve healthy meals and snacks for campers, counselors, and staff at 4-H Camp in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Pay range: $15.25-$21 an hour. May work up to 40+ hours per week; may include days, weekend, evening or all. Work time may include pre-event, the length of the event, and post-event. A specific work schedule will be determined with the supervisor.

• Collaborate with Extension staff to design menus and coordinate meal times, counts, and allergen-safe alternatives for campers.
• Facilitate the ordering, purchasing, and delivery of all food and supplies to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked before and during camp.
• Partner with staff to assess kitchen equipment needs and maintain a real-time inventory of food and supplies.
• Apply expert knowledge of food service regulations to ensure all preparation and serving practices meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a sanitary environment by coordinating the continuous cleaning and organization of the kitchen and dining areas throughout the event.
• Keep precise records of invoices, deliveries, and inventory levels, ensuring all documentation is shared with the designated Extension lead.

• Required to complete job screening questionnaire to be considered for any roles (https://z.umn.edu/YDfoodservicescreen)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be at least 18 years old by the start date
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and regularly perform physical tasks such as bending, twisting, pulling, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion
• Experience working with hot, cold, and hazardous kitchen equipment
• Completed cooking safely for a crowd training, or have current certified food protection manager certification for food stands that operate more than 10 days under a seasonal temporary license.
• Experience in food service and cooking for large groups preferred
• Managerial and organizational skills

• Experience in food service and cooking for large groups
• Completed degree/certificate from a college/culinary school and/or current food industry experience equivalent to two years of full-time experience.
• A valid driver's license may be required to coordinate delivery or pick up of the food order.

• A willingness to become familiar with and work within the philosophy and guidelines of University of Minnesota Extension, the Minnesota 4-H program, and the local 4-H program
• Must complete all required training, including but not limited to Safety of Minors and Civil Rights training
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Must have the ability to lift, carry, pull, and push 20 pounds
• Must be able to stand for 90 minutes at a time or sit for 90 minutes at a time. Some days will require hours of standing or sitting
• Must complete University of Minnesota payroll paperwork, including completing an in-person I-9 (identification verification process), and have a successful completion of a background check with motor vehicle record review before the first day of work.
• This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship

About 4-H Youth Development and Extension

Extension has a long history of youth development leadership. We're best known for running Minnesota 4-H for more than 100 years. The 4-H program also serves as our laboratory of learning, in which we are constantly improving. Our mission is to improve the lives of all Minnesota young people - no matter where they live or which youth program they choose to join. To learn more about the Department of Youth Development and the 4-H program, visit, https://extension.umn.edu/working-youth/department-youth-development and/or http://www.fourh.umn.edu/.

University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education. Our mission is to make a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in Minnesota. Extension strives to attract and retain high-quality, passionate employees, and weave diversity, equity and inclusion into all aspects of Extension's programming and employee engagement. Find out more information about Extension at https://extension.umn.edu/.

Pay Range: Depending on education, qualifications, experience, and position type:

1. High School Food Service Assistant, $15.25 an hour
2. Food Service Worker, $15.25-$17.25 an hour
3. Food Service Manager, $15.25-$21 an hour
4. Camp Food Service Manager, $15.25-$21 an hour

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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