Food Service Worker II

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Food Service Worker II to perform manual and semi-skilled tasks in dining hall or cash operations kitchens. The role includes limited supervision of staff and handling a range of food service duties.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and weekend work is expected. The position offers a 40-hour week with varied shifts, evenings, and weekends, and requires adherence to cleanliness and safety standards while delivering courteous service to

Qualifications

• Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and ability to supervise frontline staff.
• Knowledge of health hazards in food prep and needed precautions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food service workers in serving foods and cleaning facilities.
• Assist cooks with vegetables, washing dishes, and serving from lines.
• Maintain neatness and cleanliness in food handling and service.
• Ensure patrons are served in a pleasant and courteous manner.

Skills

Basic math

Lead team

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meat slicer

Steam cookers

Beverage machines

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S11283P Working Title Food Service Worker II Department Auxiliary Village Summit 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 Posting Date 09/14/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/12/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
Weekend work is required at this location.
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 ([e-mail]).
USG Core Values Statement
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 Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Summary
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This is manual and semi-skilled work in the performance of advanced food service duties in dining hall or cash operations kitchens. Work involves responsibility for limited supervision over subordinate food service workers engaged in serving foods and cleaning facilities for limited food preparation tasks and for related food service duties that are more advanced and responsible than the duties of Food Service Worker I. Employees of this class apply limited skills and knowledge that are acquired through experience. Duties include responsibility for instructing subordinate food service workers in dining hall techniques and methods; for maintaining high standards of cleanliness; and for assuring that patrons are served in a pleasant and courteous manner. Assignments are received in the form of specific oral and written instructions and are reviewed by inspection and observation of results obtained.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Basic math skills. Ability to lead employees in routine food service tasks in a manner conducive to full performance and good morale. Knowledge of hazards to health in food preparation and service, and of necessary precautionary measures.
Physical Demands
Move loads up to 50 lbs, unloading and stocking products; push/pull activity with products weighing up to 30 lbs; repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder, possess hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, and kneel; and 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 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
Duties/Responsibilities
Work involves responsibility for limited supervision over food service worker I’s engaged in serving foods, in cleaning facilities, and in preparing serving line meals.
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Assisting cooks and other kitchen personnel in such tasks as cleaning and paring vegetables, 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. Care and use of food service equipment including meat slicer, mixing machine, and steam cookers and beverage machines.
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Performs related work as assigned by management.
Percentage of time 10
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Crista Bergmann Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions

• * Are you willing to walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, bend, and squat frequently, work with hands above head, and work from an standard and/or extended ladder or other raised surface throughout your shift?
  
  • No Response
  • No
  • Yes
• * Are you available to work weekends?
  
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please list all food service experience / types of tasks performed (in paid and non-paid positions): (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

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information