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Purdue University

Part Time Food Service Worker

Hammond, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Hammond Deadline to apply is Wed, June 10, 2026 Job Summary Purdue University Northwest's Dining Services is seeking Part Time Food Service Workers to support the daily operations by preparing ...

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Elior-Collegiate-Dining

Food Service Worker

Savannah, GA

$14 - $17/hr

Elior-Collegiate-Dining Location: Savannah , Georgia (US-GA) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated food service worker to our Education Dining team in Savannah. As a food service ...

Elior-Collegiate-Dining

Food Service Worker

Savannah, GA · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Elior-Collegiate-Dining Location: Savannah, Georgia (US-GA) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated food service worker to our Education Dining team in Savannah. As a food service ...

Nexdine Hospitality

Food Service Worker

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$13 - $16.87/hr

NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility ... Food Service Worker Job Summary : The Food Service Worker reports to the Director of Dining ...

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How much do dining service worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for dining service worker 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 as a Dining Service Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dining Service Worker, you need basic food handling knowledge, attention to cleanliness, and often a high school diploma or GED. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, commercial kitchen equipment, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is typically required. Strong teamwork, customer service orientation, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure safe food preparation, excellent customer experiences, and smooth operation in busy dining environments.

What are Dining Service Workers?

Dining Service Workers are employees who assist in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of meals in settings such as schools, hospitals, cafeterias, and restaurants. Their duties typically include setting up dining areas, serving food and beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and sometimes handling cash transactions. Dining Service Workers play an important role in ensuring that customers or guests have a pleasant dining experience and that food safety standards are maintained.

What is the difference between Dining Service Worker vs Food Service Worker?

AspectDining Service WorkerFood Service Worker
CredentialsNone required or basic food safety certificationFood handler permits often required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafeterias, catering eventsFast food, cafeterias, catering, institutional settings
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, schools, hospitalsFast food chains, cafeterias, catering services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Dining Service Workers primarily focus on serving food and assisting customers in dining establishments, often working in restaurants or cafeterias. Food Service Workers have a broader role that includes preparing, serving, and cleaning in various food service settings. While their duties overlap, Dining Service Workers typically emphasize customer service, whereas Food Service Workers may handle more diverse tasks related to food preparation and service.

What are some common challenges faced by Dining Service Workers and how can they be managed?

Dining Service Workers often encounter challenges such as maintaining a fast pace during busy meal periods, handling diverse customer requests, and ensuring food safety standards are consistently met. Effective communication with kitchen staff and fellow team members plays a key role in managing these challenges. Staying organized and adaptable helps Dining Service Workers provide efficient service, even during peak times, while maintaining a positive attitude ensures a pleasant dining experience for guests.
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Dining Services Worker

Dining Services Worker

St Camillus Residential Health

Syracuse, NY • On-site

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Multiple Dining Services Worker Position Openings!

Part-Time (including every other weekend & holiday)

Per Diem Weekends only also available

Position is on-site. No remote work available.

Many of our interviews are being done from the comfort of your own home, via pre-recorded interviews.

Job Description:

The primary purpose of this position is plating meals for serving the units and waiting on residents in the dining room. This position works as part of a team to provide nutritionally adequate meals to the Residents and Patients of St. Camillus.

Responsibilities:

Food handling and preparation

  • Maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen.
  • Review meal tickets to ensure accuracy.
  • Plate food includes proper portion size and correct presentation.
  • Follow menus to ensure food is part of residents/patients’ meal plans.
  • Follow and prepare items on beverage and cold food production sheets.
  • Deliver food carts and additional nourishments as requested.

Cleaning and Housekeeping

  • Must be able to scrape dishes/trays, load wash machines, unload clean dishes.
  • Assists in assembling and disassembling the dish machine to clean it.
  • Organizes clean dishes and utensils into proper storage spaces.
  • Wash pots and pans using the 3-sink method as needed.
  • Clean equipment and storage areas and in the kitchen using the proper chemicals.
  • Empty all kitchen garbage and recyclables, take out garbage and clean all receptacles.
  • May require sweeping and mopping as directed.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Answer the phone and provide resident requests in a timely manner.
  • Calibrates and uses a food thermometer correctly when needed.
  • Records and monitors temperature for all coolers to ensure proper food safety.
  • Ensure proper food storage, rotate inventory and report any damaged inventory to management.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to read & speak English with an understanding of basic math.
  • Strong interpersonal skills required.
  • Open Availability is preferred.
  • Availability to work every other weekend is required.

Employee Benefits:

  • No Mandated Shifts.
  • Daily Pay.
  • Generous PTO Structure for Full Time employees with no waiting period.
  • Health/Health Reimbursement Account/Dental/Vision Plans available.
  • Company Provided Life Insurance for Full-Time employees.
  • Retirement Plans.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • On the Centro Bus Line.
  • Free parking.
  • Because we are a not for profit, you may qualify for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Why work for St. Camillus?

Our Mission: St. Camillus is a non-denominational, not-for-profit organization dedicated to caring for life through a broad range of health care services.

Our Vision: To be the provider of choice for compassionate and innovative care

If you are interested in joining a team of professionals who are committed to providing high quality services in a caring environment, we want to hear from you!


EOE/Affirmative Action Employer

Visit our website at www.st-camillus.org