Dining Services Associate - Prep, Service & Events

Oorwin AI

Knoxville (TN)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 21,000

Full time

43 hours ago
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Job summary

Oorwin AI is seeking a Food Service Worker to serve meals in the residential dining hall and maintain a clean, welcoming service area on site at 2725 Island Home Blvd, Knoxville, TN. You will assist with food preparation, restock supplies, and support campus events throughout the year, with occasional overtime.

The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and knowledge of basic kitchen safety. This is an on-site position focused on efficient service and hygienic operations.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to comfortably lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Basic understanding of commercial kitchen equipment and standard kitchen safety/sanitation practices.
  • Basic reading, writing, and math skills are required to manage inventory, follow recipes, and organize deliveries.

Responsibilities

  • Food Service & Dining Setup: Prepare the dining area for service by filling ice machines, maintaining water levels in steam tables, organizing displays, and setting out milk, juice, and fruit.
  • Kitchen Assistance: Support cooks with daily food preparation by fetching ingredients, lifting supplies, and packing food for dorm meals and events.
  • Sanitation & Cleanup: Ensure cleanliness across serving, dining, and kitchen areas; clean refrigerators, carts, coolers, dishwashers, floors, tables, and doors; dispose of garbage daily.
  • Restocking & Inventory: Replenish napkins, utensils, and dining containers; assist with receiving and rotating incoming food deliveries.
  • Event Support: Provide support for special campus events with occasional overtime.

Skills

Physical requirements
Kitchen competency
General skills

Job description

Oorwin AI is seeking a Food Service Worker to serve meals in the residential dining hall and maintain a clean, welcoming service area on site at 2725 Island Home Blvd, Knoxville, TN. You will assist with food preparation, restock supplies, and support campus events throughout the year, with occasional overtime.

The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and knowledge of basic kitchen safety. This is an on-site position focused on efficient service and hygienic operations.

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