Food Service Worker I

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 48,436,000 - 49,043,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia (Athens, GA) is hiring a Food Service Worker I for the new Dining Commons. The 40-hour work week includes evenings and weekends, with anticipated start in mid-May. The role involves assisting cooks, serving meals, and maintaining clean dining areas in a high-volume campus setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and knowledge of safe food handling. The position is PT/FT with non-exempt status, offering diverse duties in food service operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of safe food handling in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the methods of practice of food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting cooks and other kitchen personnel in tasks such as cleaning, preparing, serving foods, washing dishes, serving from a serving line, cleaning tables, and sweeping floors.
• Not only responsible for neatness and cleanliness in preparing, handling, and serving food, but for serving patrons in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Care and use of food service equipment including meat slicer, mixing machine, and steam cookers.
• Performs related work as assigned by management.

Skills

Food safety

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Service Worker I

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a position in the new Dining Commons and position is not anticipated to start until mid‑May (at earliest).

Posting Details

Posting Number S14806P

Working Title Food Service Worker I

Department Auxiliary West Campus Dining

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ((https://www.uga.edu/)) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website dining.uga.edu

Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information This position offers a 40 hour work week.

Hours and schedule may vary and include evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary $16.923077 / hr (as of 7/1/26)

Posting Date 03/04/2026

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/26/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants This is a position in the new Dining Commons and position is not anticipated to start until mid‑May (at earliest).

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02 .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .

Position Information Classification Title Food Service Worker I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary This is manual and semi‑skilled work involving a variety of food service duties in dining hall or cash operations kitchens. Work involves responsibility for serving foods, cleaning facilities, and in preparing serving line meals. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of the methods and practices of safe food handling in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the methods of practice of food preparation.

Physical Demands

• Move loads up to 50 lbs, unloading and stocking products.
• Perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination.
• Reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
• Work in noisy, hot/cold environments with cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Work long hours standing.

• Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
• Is this a Position of Trust? No
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
• Does this position require a P‑Card? No
• Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P‑Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assisting cooks and other kitchen personnel in such tasks as cleaning, preparing, serving foods, washing dishes, serving from a serving line, cleaning tables, and sweeping floors. Percentage of time 30
• Not only responsible for neatness and cleanliness in preparing, handling, and serving food, but for serving patrons in a pleasant and courteous manner. Percentage of time 30
• Care and use of food service equipment including meat slicer, mixing machine, and steam cookers. Percentage of time 30
• Performs related work as assigned by management. Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name Russell Webb Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you willing to walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, bend, and squat frequently, work with hands above head, and work from a standard and/or extended ladder or other raised surface throughout your shift?
  • No Response
  • No
  • Yes
• * Are you available to work weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you available to work evenings until 11:30pm?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
  • UGAjobsearch.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • Indeed.com
  • hCareers.com
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • The Department of Labor
  • Goodwill
  • UGA Employee
  • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter