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

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Free Meals

Shift Drinks

Campus Involvement

Leadership Opportunities

Professional Relationships

Job summary

Penn State University is hiring multiple Student Food Service Workers for the Fall 2026 semester at HUB Dining. The positions offer a starting pay of $13.00/hr with flexible work schedules and opportunities for professional development.

Applicants must maintain full-time enrollment and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities include preparing food items and ensuring food safety procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must maintain full-time academic enrollment for Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and build food items while providing customer service.
• Adhere to food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Ability to multitask

Basic English skills

Education

Full-time enrollment in Fall 2026 semester

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

HUB DiningStudent Employment

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 currently looking for multiple student staff who are highly motivated, outgoing, polite, engaged and service-minded individuals. Our focus on studentsin the workplaceis one of the many concepts that differentiate us from other local food service providers. Join us for the Fall 2026 Semester!

HUBDining locations are actively hiring Penn State Students who exhibitelevated levelsof professionalism and are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience through authentic service and extraordinary food.

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

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Employment contingent upon applicant maintaining full-time academic enrollment for Fall 2026 semester.

Demonstrated Experience:

• A team player, ability to juggle multiple priorities, and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic reading andEnglish-speakingskills.
• Proven ability to follow direction and adhere to quality expectations and standards.
• Ability to stand forlengthy periodsand 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

The benefits of working withHub RetailDining Services:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• FreeMeals
• Shift Drinks
• On Campus Involvement
• Leadership Opportunities
• Ability Build Professional Relationships

Compensation and Schedule:

• Starting pay of $13.00/hr.
• Openings are limited to18hours a week with aminimum of 6 hours a week.

Application reviews and the hiring process will begin immediately, hire date is contingent upon availability to start working indicated in the application questionnaire.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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.

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.

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