FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME)

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Retirement Plan

Health & Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services in Hamden, CT is hiring immediately for a Food Service Worker to prepare, present and serve food on campus.

This full‑time role requires weekend availability and offers a competitive wage with benefits and growth opportunities within a nationwide dining services team.

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, presents and serves food as needed.
• Performs prep work like washing, peeling, cutting fruits/vegetables.
• Weights and measures designated ingredients.
• Safely moves food and supplies between stations.
• Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Ensures proper portion control and serving temperatures.
• Responds to customer concerns and follows service steps.
• Complies with sanitation, safety, and cash-control procedures.

Skills

Food service experience

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER position.
• Address: 275 Mt. Carmel Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full Time Schedule: Must be able to work weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous food service experience highly preferred.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $16.94 per hour.

• We are hiring immediately for a FOOD SERVICE WORKER position.
• Address: 275 Mt. Carmel Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full Time Schedule: Must be able to work weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous food service experience highly preferred.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $16.94 per hour.

Location: Quinnipiac University

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.

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, 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.