Food Service Worker - Virginia State University

Thompson Hospitality; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Grill LLC in Petersburg, Virginia is seeking dedicated Food Service Workers to join our team. You will play a vital role in preparing meals, maintaining a clean environment, and ensuring exceptional service for our guests. Ideal candidates will have some experience in food service, strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Competitive benefits are offered, and we value diversity in our workplace. Join us and help create a welcoming dining experience!

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
• Must be customer-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes and portion sizes.
• Provide exceptional customer service and take orders.
• Maintain cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas.
• Assist with receiving and organizing supplies.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about food and great service? Our campus dining facility is looking for dedicated, friendly, and hardworking individuals to join us as Food Service Workers — an essential part of creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for our students, faculty, and staff.

You’ll play a vital role in day‑to‑day operations, from preparing delicious meals to maintaining a clean and inviting environment. You'll help ensure that every guest is served with a smile and that our kitchen and dining areas run smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes and portion sizes for consistent quality and timely service.
• Provide exceptional customer service, taking orders, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.
• Maintain dining, kitchen, and serving area cleanliness following safety standards.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and stocking supplies and equipment.
• Follow food safety and health regulations and cooperate with team members to ensure smooth dining operations.

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience preferred but not required.
• Customer-oriented with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptability and physical stamina for a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds (supplies, trays, equipment)
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive motions as required
• Manual dexterity to handle food, utensils, cleaning tools, and kitchen equipment safely
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced food service environment with exposure to heat, cold, moisture, and noise

We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.