Dining Services Worker (Full-Time or On-Call)

nextSource Connect; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Planning

Discount Program

Job summary

nextSource seeks a Dining Services Worker in Providence, RI for the upcoming semester. The role involves food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks across a busy food-service environment. Full-time hours range from 30 to 35 per week with on-call coverage; pay is $18.91 per hour.

Education required is a high school diploma or GED. Benefits and accommodation options provided by nextSource. The position is temporary and on a semester-to-semester basis, with eligibility for standard benefits if

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, efficient service and present food to customers.
• Answer questions about foods and ingredients.
• Maintain a neat service area and restock as needed.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Unload deliveries and store food properly.
• Operate and maintain dishwashing and beverage equipment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Our client, a well-known university in Providence, RI is seeking dining services workers for the upcoming semester starting September 2, 2026.

The Dining Services Worker performs a variety of tasks primarily related to the preparation, service, support, supply and sanitation functions in a food service environment. Typical tasks may include some or all of the following, but are not limited to:

• Friendly, efficient service and presentation of food to customers.
• Answer questions related to foods (and ingredients) served.
• Assure proper temperature of food.
• Perform finish production such as sandwich preparation, grilling, slicing, assembling, preparing foods for service, mixing beverages, etc.
• Maintain a neat and orderly service area.
• Restock food and supplies as requested.
• Clean and sanitize work area, tables, chairs, pots and pans, utensils and equipment.
• Remove trash and dispose of in proper containers.
• Break down soiled trays of food and sort various components into proper areas in preparation for washing.
• Feed and unload conveyor dish-washing machines, store clean dishes in designated areas, and sort silverware.
• Operate, clean and maintain equipment, including dishwashing machines, juice and milk dispensers, ice cream dispensers, etc.
• Ensure proper use of dishwashing machines with regard to appropriate use of cleaning supplies, correct operating temperature and overall operation of machines.
• Set up rooms for functions and move related furniture as needed.
• Assist in unloading delivery trucks and in storing food as needed.

Job Type:

• Temporary - on a semester-to-semester basis

Hours:

• Full-time: 30 – 35 hours per week (flexible, may include weekends)
• On-Call: 15 – 25 hours per week covering callouts or sick time for FTE's (dependent on need)

Pay Rate:

• $18.91/hour

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

nextSource is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

nextSource is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

What nextSource Provides:

• Healthcare Benefits including Medical, Prescription, Vision & Dental Coverage | United Healthcare
• Voluntary STD & LTD | New York Life
• 401(k) Retirement Planning | Fidelity
• Discount Program

*You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource, working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent basis.Your coverage will be effective on the 1stof the month following 60 days of employment.