Catering & Events Food Service Specialist

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oklahoma is seeking candidates to perform food service, sanitation and kitchen maintenance across campus facilities. You will load and transport food to serving lines and events, assist with catering needs and meal prep, while ensuring proper display and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include serving, plating, stocking, and returning equipment for events, with strong emphasis on customer service and timely execution in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Ability to use kitchen and dish room tools with reasonable proficiency.
• Skilled in safe, sanitary handling of food and utensils.
• Ability to read and interpret routine written materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform food service, sanitation, and kitchen maintenance.
• Load, carry, and transport food items to customers and events.
• Assist with catering across campus and events with various formats.
• Aid cooks with meal prep and plating as requested.
• Serve and pack warm foods while maintaining safety and display standards.
• Clean pots, pans and dishes and maintain sanitation throughout.

Skills

Basic math skills

Customer service

Kitchen tools proficiency

Food safety handling

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

University of Oklahoma is seeking candidates to perform food service, sanitation and kitchen maintenance across campus facilities. You will load and transport food to serving lines and events, assist with catering needs and meal prep, while ensuring proper display and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include serving, plating, stocking, and returning equipment for events, with strong emphasis on customer service and timely execution in a dynamic environment.