FOOD SERVER (FULL TIME) at UH Athletics Dining Team

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same day pay

Great benefits

Paid time off

Sick pay

Holiday pay

Instapay via One @Work

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services is hiring a full-time Food Server at the University of Houston Athletics location. The role involves preparing, presenting, and serving food with shifts from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. Requires about 1 year of dining experience; offers benefits, perks, and competitive pay of $14–$15 per hour.

Join a campus team focused on service excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction. Online applications accepted only.

Qualifications

• 1 year in casual or fine dining restaurants, Athletics or Catering experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills may be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, presents and serves food.
• Performs prep work: washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits/vegetables.
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Transports food safely between stations.
• Stores food with proper wrapping, dating and rotation.
• Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Distributes supplies and portable equipment.
• Adheres to recipes and portion controls.
• Serves customers in a friendly, efficient manner and resolves concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Education

1 year in casual or fine dining/Athletics/Catering experience

Job description

Location: University of Houston Athletics

• We are hiring immediately for a full-time FOOD SERVER position.
• Address: University of Houston Athletics - 3204 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Monday - Saturday, shifts are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Requirement: 1 year in casual or fine dining restaurants, Athletics or Catering experience preferred.
• Perks: Same day pay, great benefits, paid time off, sick pay, holiday pay!
• Pay Range: $14.00 per hour to $15.00 per hour.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference. Enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and perks like Instapay through the One @Work app. Our careers are filled with purpose and encourage learning, growth, and meaningful impact.

Job Summary

Summary: Prepares, presents and serves food as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables.
• Weighs and measures designated ingredients.
• Carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards.
• Stores food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
• Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment.
• Utilizes approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
• Serves customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
• Resolves customer concerns and relays relevant information to supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
• Assures compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part‑time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.