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Food Service Helper Jobs in Springfield, IL (NOW HIRING)

Maintain cleanliness of food service areas, including kitchen and dining room. * Maintain the ... A strong desire to help others and compassion for the elderly is a must. * This job requires a high ...

Maintain cleanliness of food service areas, including kitchen and dining room. * Maintain the ... A strong desire to help others and compassion for the elderly is a must. * This job requires a high ...

Maintain cleanliness of food service areas, including kitchen and dining room. * Maintain the ... A strong desire to help others and compassion for the elderly is a must. * This job requires a high ...

Team Member *

Springfield, IL · On-site

$11.50 - $15.50/hr

Whether you are working in the kitchen, preparing food, or interacting with customers in the dining area, your dedication to providing high-quality service and food will help uphold Wendy's ...

Team Member *

Springfield, IL · On-site

$11.50 - $15.50/hr

Whether you are working in the kitchen, preparing food, or interacting with customers in the dining area, your dedication to providing high-quality service and food will help uphold Wendy's ...

PreviousStarbucks/food service experience preferred, but notrequired * Welcoming and helpful attitude towardallguests and other team members * Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices ...

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help ... services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

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How much do food service helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for food service helper in Springfield, IL is $15.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food service helper do?

A food service helper assists in preparing, serving, and cleaning up food in restaurants, cafeterias, or catering settings. They may handle tasks such as stocking supplies, washing dishes, and supporting kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation. Basic knowledge of food safety and customer service skills are often required.

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

AspectFood Service HelperFood Service Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent typically required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, cafeterias, catering servicesRestaurants, cafeterias, fast food outlets
Employer UsageCommonly used in hospitality and food service industriesWidely used across food service establishments
Job DutiesAssisting with food prep, cleaning, servingServing customers, cleaning, assisting in food prep

Food Service Helper and Food Service Worker roles often overlap, with both involving assisting in food preparation and customer service. The main difference lies in job titles used by employers, with 'Food Service Helper' often indicating entry-level or support roles, while 'Food Service Worker' may encompass a broader range of responsibilities. Both positions require similar credentials and work environments, making them closely related in the food service industry.

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Infographic showing various Food Service Helper job openings in Springfield, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,431 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Server
The Carriages of Rochester is growing our TEAM and we are looking for people who have a passion for serving older adults. We are seeking a hard-working, dedicated Server for our Senior Living Community. We pride ourselves on having a great TEAM to work alongside and with our amazing residents, who are appreciative of the detail we show in providing quality care and great food options in our Restaurant Style Dining environment. Our Dining Services TEAM is led by a dedicated director who invests time in the dining staff. We are looking to add a new member to our team during the hours of Monday through Friday, 6AM-2:30PM.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES
  • SERVICE & GROWTH We will be passionate about caring for and serving our residents and their families, and in seeking new residents.
  • LEADERSHIP We will seek to build effective leaders at every level of the organization.
  • SIMPLICITY We will focus on the fundamentals.
  • IMPROVEMENT We will get a little better each day.
  • STEWARDSHIP We will be good stewards of all our resources.
  • ATTITUDE We will enthusiastically support each other in accomplishing our mission and goals.
  • PERSEVERANCE We will never give up.

WHAT WE OFFER:
Full Time employees Receive:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • HSA
  • Flex
  • Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident
  • Paid Time Off
  • Illinois Secure Choice- Roth IRA (Illinois Employees Only)

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare food items and serve food to Residents within scheduled time frame.
  • Follow menu cycle, noting changes or substitutions made.
  • Maintain cleanliness of food service areas, including kitchen and dining room.
  • Maintain the quality of food served, quantity prepared and sanitation of food preparation area.
  • Maintain clean, neat and safe working environment.
  • Assure that Resident food needs and preferences are known.
  • Assure that staff, Resident and guest meals are accounted for daily.
  • Maintain meal service records as required.
  • Observe problems, concerns, issues observed with food service and communicates them appropriately.
  • Observe changes in Resident status, needs or preferences and communicate them appropriately.
  • Observe and adhere to all work, safety and administrative rules as well as all established policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • A strong desire to help others and compassion for the elderly is a must.
  • This job requires a high school diploma
  • At least 1 year of experience
  • A full criminal background check, fingerprinting, physical, drug test, and TB testing are mandatory.

If you love to work with seniors and are looking for a meaningful job experience; we would love to meet you! At The Carriages, we do things a little bit differently and we would love to welcome you to our TEAM!
The Carriages Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer.