Non Food Handler- Ernie Davis Dining Hall - No Experience!

Syracuse University is a prestigious private research university located in Syracuse, New York, renowned for its distinctive academic programs, diverse offerings, and vibrant campus spirit. Established in 1870, it has grown to become an influential educational institution with a global presence, serving nearly 15,000 undergraduate and 5,000 graduate students across 13 schools and colleges. With a comprehensive array of more than 200 majors and 100 minors, Syracuse University fosters an inclusive environment supporting students from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries worldwide. The university is committed to excellence in education, research, and community engagement, maintaining a rich heritage while advancing innovative initiatives designed to prepare students for leadership in a complex, interconnected world. Syracuse University is dedicated to providing equitable employment opportunities, actively supporting veterans and fostering a welcoming community that values diversity, open dialogue, and mutual respect. Situated in the geographic heart of New York State, Syracuse itself is a vibrant medium-sized city offering a low cost of living and numerous social, cultural, and recreational amenities, including parks, museums, festivals, regional theater, and premier shopping destinations. The area also supports a wide range of seasonal outdoor activities such as water skiing, snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring historic sites, visiting wineries, and biking along trails like the Erie Canal. The Non Food Handler position within the Food Service department at the Ernie Davis Dining Hall at Syracuse University plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the dining facility. This full-time, unionized role involves a mix of routine cleaning tasks and equipment operation, with work hours scheduled from 1:45 pm to 10:15 pm on Thursdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, with Fridays and Saturdays off. The pay range for this position is between $19.157 to $21.286 per hour, based on a comprehensive pay determination process that reflects factors such as job responsibilities, experience, education, organizational priorities, legal requirements, and market analysis. Key responsibilities include operating dishwashing machines, cleaning and storing dishes and utensils, washing pots and pans, mopping floors, cleaning walls, windows, cabinets, shelves, and equipment, clearing tables, disposing of trash and garbage, and replenishing milk and beverage dispensers. Additionally, employees must observe stringent safety and health regulations while maintaining the highest sanitation standards, sometimes handling cleaning products and working under physically demanding conditions such as extreme heat and repetitive movements. The position requires the ability to lift and carry heavy items, bend, twist, and stand for extended periods. Syracuse University values a workforce that contributes to a respectful and supportive campus environment and encourages candidates with the ability to follow instructions, perform thorough cleaning duties, and operate relevant equipment to apply. The university emphasizes its commitment to veterans and diversity, creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Those interested in this position are encouraged to submit an online application along with a resume and cover letter, and to explore other open Non Food Handler opportunities within the university.

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• record temperatures on dish machines, freezers, etc
• able to stand and/or walk 85% to 100% of the shift
• frequent bending at the waist, able to bend below the knee
• twisting and bending of head and torso
• full range of arm movement including extension, twisting, and bending
• able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist height
• able to lift up to 20 pounds overhead
• able to lift and carry 20 to 30 pounds for up to 10 feet
• repetitive wrist movement
• frequently work in conditions of extreme heat
• ability to push and pull up to 250 pounds
• exposure to and handling of solvents, cleaning products, organic waste, dust