Food Service Worker I (Late Night)

The University of Georgia

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 22,041 - 24,796

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Georgia is hiring a Food Service Worker I for the Dining Commons on the Athens campus. The position involves manual and semi-skilled food service duties in dining halls and cash operations kitchens, with responsibilities for serving, cleaning, and food preparation.

Shifts can vary and will include weekends; the role offers a 40 hour work week on a 4-day schedule. Start date mid‑May; location Athens Area.

Qualifications

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 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.
Responsible not only 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, steam cookers and beverage machines.
Performs related work as assigned by management.

Skills

Food handling

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Number

S14841P

Working Title

Food Service Worker I (Late Night)

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 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.

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

Additional Schedule Information

This position offers a 40 hour work week, within a 4‑day schedule. Shifts can vary in time and days and will include weekends.
Shift hours range between 4:30PM and 3:30AM.

Advertised Salary

$16.587 / hr

Posting Date

03/09/2026

Open until filled

Yes

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

EEO Policy Statement

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 (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning and 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.

Classification Title

Food Service Worker I

FLSA

Non‑Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

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 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.
Perform 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 chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
Will work long hours standing.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Is this a Position of Trust?

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Does this position require a P‑Card?

Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position?

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

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

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible not only for neatness, and cleanliness in preparing, handling, and serving food, but for serving patrons in a pleasant and courteous manner.

Percentage of time: 30

Duties/Responsibilities