Food Service Worker - Cheyney University

Thompson Hospitality; Cheyney (PA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Thompson Hospitality Corporation is seeking a Food Service Worker for its campus dining facility at Cheyney University in Pennsylvania. This role is essential for preparing menu items, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring cleanliness in the dining area. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for growth and a positive team atmosphere are emphasized. Join us in delivering a great dining experience to our university community.

Qualifications

• Customer-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
• Adaptability and physical stamina for a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes and portion sizes for consistent quality and timely service.
• Provide exceptional customer service, taking orders, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.
• Maintain dining, kitchen, and serving area cleanliness following safety standards.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Looking to be part of a fast-paced team that brings great food and service to life? The Food Service Worker in our campus dining facility at Cheyney University is an essential team member responsible for various tasks in the food service operation. This role involves food preparation, customer service, maintaining cleanliness, and contributing to a positive dining experience for students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes and portion sizes for consistent quality and timely service.
• Provide exceptional customer service, taking orders, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.
• Maintain dining, kitchen, and serving area cleanliness following safety standards.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and stocking supplies and equipment.
• Follow food safety and health regulations and cooperate with team members to ensure smooth dining operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
• Customer-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability and physical stamina for a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Pass a background check and drug test.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds (supplies, trays, equipment)
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive motions as required
• Manual dexterity to handle food, utensils, cleaning tools, and kitchen equipment safely
• Ability to work in a fast-paced food service environment with exposure to heat, cold, moisture, and noise

About Cheyney University

Cheyney University is a historically Black university located in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, USA, and holds the distinction of being the oldest historically Black institution of higher education in the United States. It is dedicated to providing education to African American students and to fostering a supportive learning environment for its diverse student body.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.