Food Service Worker

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

NC State University is hiring a Food Service Worker who will be enthusiastic and ready to provide exceptional service in various dining settings. The role includes responsibilities like food preparation, customer assistance, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, possess excellent communication skills, and be dependable in a fast-paced work environment. Full- and part-time shifts are available, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Dependable and efficient time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general food service work including food prep and line service.
• Maintain cleanliness in workstations and kitchen areas.
• Provide exemplary customer service to guests.

Skills

Dependability

Time management

Customer service

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Position Summary

NC State Dining is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Pack as a Food Service Worker. Successful candidates may work in a dining hall, retail operation, food court, or restaurant setting.

Essential Duties

• Perform general food service work including food prep, line service, and restocking food and beverage items.
• Clean and restock work station and assist with the cleaning of the common kitchen and production areas.
• May assemble menu items as per the recipe specifications and assist in maintaining the food temperature control and safety.
• May prepare quality beverages, such as espresso-based beverages, coffee, other drinks, and food products consistently by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• Assist in receiving and stocking store merchandise.
• Accurately process transactions through the Point of Sale (POS) by following NC State Dining procedures.
• Provide exemplary customer service to every guest.
• Follow all health, safety and sanitation guidelines, and perform necessary cleaning tasks in accordance with maintaining a Grade “A” Sanitation rating.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

Work Schedule

Shifts are available from early morning to late nights, including weekends. Full‑ and part‑time positions are available. Provide availability accordingly.

Other Responsibilities

• Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.
• Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.
• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.

Required Skills

• Be dependable and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work proficiently in a fast‑paced environment is essential.
• Adapt to the changing customer volume level with a sense of urgency.
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions, and complete all tasks with excellence.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and peers, and work cohesively as part of a team.
• Provide outstanding customer service, including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations.
• This position requires standing for long periods of time, walking, bending, twisting, pulling and pushing. Because of the nature of a food service operation and working in a kitchen, you must be able to work in extremely hot and cold conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.