Food Service Worker (Part-Time Only)

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Worker to assist kitchen staff with various duties, including dishwashing, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. The role requires physical activity such as lifting up to 50 lbs and the ability to work in varied environments.

Ideal candidates should have experience in kitchen work and knowledge of safe food handling. This position offers a flexible schedule at $14.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Manual and semi-skilled work experience in food service kitchen.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and kitchen personnel with dishes and serving.
• Maintain cleanliness while preparing and serving food.
• Perform related work as assigned by management.

Skills

Experience in kitchen work

Knowledge of safe food handling practices

Job description

Food Service Worker (Part-Time Only)

Employment Type: Employee
Schedule: Part-Time (0.49 FTE)
Salary: $14.30 / hr (effective 07/01/2026)
Start Date: 08/04/2026
Posting Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting cooks and other kitchen personnel with washing dishes, serving from a serving line, cleaning tables, and sweeping floors. Percentage of time: 45%


• Maintaining neatness and cleanliness while preparing, handling, and serving food, and serving patrons courteously.
  Care for food service equipment including meat slicer, mixing machine, steam cookers, and beverage machines. Percentage of time: 45%


• Performing related work as assigned by management. Percentage of time: 10%

Qualifications

Minimum: Manual and semi-skilled work experience in food service kitchen or retail location. No benefits eligibility.

• Experience in kitchen work.


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

Physical Demands

Move loads up to 50 lbs, unload and stock products; push/pull activity with products up to 30 lbs; repetitive motions of wrists, arms, and shoulders; hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, kneel; work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, odors. Involves long hours standing.

Background Check

Offers of employment contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, employment history verification, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. May be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Equal Opportunity 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.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Adam Rainville
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: (not provided)