Food Service Worker I (Late Night)

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 18,851 - 26,849; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Food Service Worker I to assist with food preparation and serving during late night shifts. The role offers a 40-hour work week scheduled over 4 days, with hours ranging from 4:30 PM to 3:30 AM, and pays $16.587 per hour. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of safe food-handling practices is preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in preparation areas and operating various kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food-handling practices and food-preparation methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and kitchen personnel with food preparation and serving.
• Maintain cleanliness in food handling and serving areas.
• Operate food-service equipment and perform additional tasks as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Service Worker I (Late Night)

Position begins mid‑May and offers a 40‑hour week within a 4‑day schedule, including weekends. Shift hours range between 4:30 PM and 3:30 AM. Compensation is $16.587 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and kitchen personnel with cleaning, preparing, and serving foods; wash dishes; serve from a serving line; clean tables; sweep floors.
• Maintain neatness and cleanliness in food preparation, handling, and serving; provide courteous service to patrons.
• Care for and use food‑service equipment such as meat slicer, mixing machine, steam cookers, and beverage machines.
• Perform additional work as assigned by management.

Physical Demands

• Move or lift loads up to 50 lbs; perform push/pull with items up to 30 lbs.
• Engage in repetitive motion of wrists, arms, and shoulders; require hand and finger coordination.
• Reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel.
• Work in noisy, hot or cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Stand for long periods of time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Knowledge of safe food‑handling practices and food‑preparation methods.

EEO 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, veteran status, or other protected status.