Part Time - Student - Retail Dining Worker (Fall 2026)

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Free Meals

Shift Drinks

Leadership Opportunities

Ability to Build Professional Relationships

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking motivated Student Food Service Workers for the Fall 2026 Semester at the University Park Campus. These roles focus on preparing food items, ensuring adherence to food safety standards, and delivering excellent customer service.

Applicants must maintain full-time enrollment and have strong interpersonal skills. The position offers flexible work schedules, free meals, and involves lifting, standing, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain full-time academic enrollment for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Basic reading and English-speaking skills are required.
• Proven ability to follow directions and adhere to quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and build food items while providing customer service.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Stand for lengthy periods and handle lifting of 50+ lbs.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Interpersonal skills

Ability to juggle multiple priorities

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

With a team of experienced professional staff, Penn State Retail Dining provides spectacular food and beverages to faculty, staff, students and guests at the University Park Campus. We are looking for multiple student staff who are highly motivated, outgoing, polite, engaged and service-minded individuals. Our focus on students in the workplace is one of the many concepts that differentiate us from other local food service providers. Join us for the Fall 2026 Semester!

Available Openings

• Burger King
• McAlister's Deli
• Sbarro
• Kitchen Prep
• HUB Food Court
• Jamba
• Slim Chickens

Job Duties

• The Student Food Service Worker is responsible for preparing and/or building food items while providing customer service and adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Employment contingent upon applicant maintaining full-time academic enrollment for Fall 2026 semester.
• A team player, ability to juggle multiple priorities, and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic reading and English-speaking skills.
• Proven ability to follow direction and adhere to quality expectations and standards.
• Ability to stand for lengthy periods and perform various motor skills such as lifting (50+ lbs.), reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, squatting and grasping as needed.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Compensation and Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Free Meals
• Shift Drinks
• On Campus Involvement
• Leadership Opportunities
• Ability to Build Professional Relationships
• Starting pay of $13.00/hr.
• Openings are limited to 18 hours a week with a minimum of 6 hours a week.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.