Food Service Aide 631581

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join the campus dining team. You will assist with nutritious meals and snacks for children ages 12 months to 6 years, following approved recipes and health guidelines.

Responsibilities include sanitation, safe operation of kitchen equipment, trainee supervision, and occasional field-trip meal support. A proactive, team-oriented attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; conferred by start date.
• Zero to six months of related professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children 12 months to 6 years per approved recipes.
• Follow state guidelines for sanitation, storage of food and chemicals.
• Train student employees in kitchen procedures and daily operations.
• Occasional food preparation for field trips and family events.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Hygiene standards

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Karen Clarke, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:30a-2:00p

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$14.00 - $17.00

Hourly

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-09-02 to ensure full consideration.

About This Position

Assist with preparation of nutritious and enjoyable meals and snacks for children ages 12 months to 6 years using approved recipes and in accordance with NAEYC and OKDHS child nutrition guidelines; including portion size and restricted foods. Follow Oklahoma State Department of Health guidelines for commercial kitchens; including sanitation and storage of food and chemicals. Assist with sanitation and safe operations of all equipment; including daily cleaning routine and making or reporting necessary repairs on equipment. Assist with the training of student employees that may be assigned to the kitchen. Occasional food preparation for field trips and family events. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Zero to six months relative professional experience.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

Pediatric First Aid and CPR within 60 days of employment. Successful completion of ServSafe Food Handler's course within 90 days of employment and annual renewal. Required annual training through OSU.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

Knowledge of kitchen equipment use and maintenance. Self-management: time management skills, willingness to improve own performance. Problem-solving: applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. Excellent communication skills: written and verbal. Organized and methodical. Excellent standards of hygiene. Positive attitude. Application of information technology: basic IT skills, including MSWord, Excel and using internet search engines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Food service, nutrition or related field
• Experience in food service or related area.