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Contract Food Service Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Barista- LPU

San Dimas, CA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service is a locally grown company specializing in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to ...

Barista- LPU

San Dimas, CA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service is a locally grown company specializing in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to ...

Shift Coordinator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 20 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to the mouths of the customers ...

Shift Coordinator

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 20 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to the mouths of the customers ...

Barista-CBU

Riverside, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.90/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service is a locally grown company specializing in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to ...

Barista-CBU

Riverside, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.90/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Provider Contract Food Service is a locally grown company specializing in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to ...

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How much do contract food service jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract food service in the United States is $16.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in contract food service?

To thrive in Contract Food Service, you need a solid understanding of food safety regulations, menu planning, and large-scale meal preparation, often supported by a degree in hospitality or food service management. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and HACCP certification is typically required. Strong leadership, customer service orientation, and effective communication skills help professionals excel in team management and client relations. These skills and qualities ensure efficient operations, compliance with standards, and high client satisfaction in a competitive food service environment.

What is contract food service?

Contract food service refers to the outsourcing of food preparation and dining operations to a third-party company. These companies are hired by institutions such as schools, hospitals, businesses, or government facilities to manage their cafeterias, catering, or meal services. The contract food service provider is responsible for menu planning, food preparation, staffing, and maintaining health and safety standards. This arrangement allows organizations to focus on their core activities while ensuring that quality meals are provided to their employees, students, or clients.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in contract food service, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in contract food service often encounter challenges such as managing client expectations, adapting to varying dietary requirements, and maintaining consistency across multiple sites. Success in this role requires strong communication skills to negotiate client needs, as well as adaptability to shift menus and processes as required. Staying organized and fostering a collaborative team environment can help address these challenges, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction while meeting operational goals.
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Infographic showing various Contract Food Service job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,746 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Description

About Us:

Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 20 years. From the hearts of our culinary team to the mouths of the customers we serve, you can taste the love in our food. Our operations consist of Cafes, Catering and Restaurants serving 30000+ meals weekly.

Our location at Arizona Christian University, AZ, is currently looking to build our Food Service Team in the position of General Service Attendant.


Summary

The primary objective of this position is to provide support in various areas the dining room and the servery line. This is an entry level position with no previous experience required.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • Set-up and tear-down salad bar, dessert station, condiments, coffee, drinks and waffle bar.
  • Responsible for stocking all beverages, cereal, utensils, cups and bowls throughout meal periods. 
  • Understand operation of drink machines, waffle equipment and soft serve machines.
  • Assist in assembling products to be prepared for meal service.
  • Replenish various food products in food stations.
  • Break down, clean and sanitize server and kitchen prep areas.
  • Follow proper portion control.
  • Dining room tasks include preparing setup and clearing of dining room tables for each meal
  • Other duties may be assigned as needed.


Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Customer/Client Focus.
  • Communication Proficiency.
  • Thoroughness.
  • Time Management


Physical Demands of the Job:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; pulling or pushing, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.


What We Can Do For YOU:

  • Competitive Pay
  • On-the-job Training
  • Paid Time Off for all Team Members after 12 months of employment
  • Paid Sick Time for all Team members
  • Medical Benefits for Full Time Team Members
  • Free or Discounted Meals
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Flexible hours


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