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Food Server

Fremont, CA · On-site

$18.05/hr

If you have at least 1 year of food service experience in a full-service restaurant we encourage you to reach out to us and see what we have to offer as your next employer! Check us out on the web at ...

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Cashier- CBU

Riverside, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.90/hr

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 ...

Provider Contract Food Service

Cashier- CBU

Riverside, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $17.90/hr

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 ...

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How much do contract food service jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 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 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 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 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, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,746 per year, or $16.2 per hour.

Dishwasher- CBU

Provider Contract Food Service

Riverside, CA • On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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About Us:
Provider Contract Food Service specializes in providing culinary and hospitality excellence to our clients for the past 18 years. Our location at Cal Baptist University in Riverside, CA is currently looking to build our Food Service Team in the position of Dishwasher.
Check us out on the web at www.providerfoodservice.com
Summary
The dish and general utility position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for china, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe and sanitary facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
  • Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glasses, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through the dish machine.
  • Sort and stack clean dishes. Carry clean dishes to cook line and other proper storage areas. Rewash soiled dishes before delivering.
  • Change the dishwater in the dish machine every hour.
  • Wash pots, pans and trays by hand.
  • Remove trash and garbage to the dumpster.
  • Set up or break down dishwashing area.
  • Clean and roll/unroll mats.
  • Fill/empty soak tubs with cleaning/sanitizing solutions.
  • Sweep/mop floors.
  • Sweep up trash around exterior of restaurant and garbage dumpster.
  • Wipe up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry.
  • Notify manager any time dish machine wash or rinse cycle falls below safety standard temperatures.
  • Do not touch dirty dishes before touching clean dishes without washing hands first.
  • Other duties as directed.

What We Can Do For YOU:
  • On-the-job Training
  • Medical Benefits for Full Time Team Members
  • Sick pay
  • Discounted Meals
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Flexible hours

Pay Range: $16.90-$18.00 per hour
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$16.90-18 per hour

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