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Concord School District

Food Service Assistant

Concord, NH · On-site

$16.29 - $18.57/hr

Concord High School Date Available: 08/27/2026 Food Service Assistant Assist in the process of providing lunches to students Hourly Rate: $16.29 - $18.57 (commensurate w/ experience) 3.75 and 3.25 ...

Collegium Charter School

Food Service Assistant

Exton, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Assistant Date Posted: 7/7/2026 Location: Collegium ... Accurately maintain the cash drawer and student/faculty accounts. Job Responsibilities This list is ...

Larue County Schools

Food Service Assistant

Hodgenville, KY · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

Food Service/Food Service Assistant Date Posted: 5/29/2026 Location: Larue County High School TITLE ... Heat, portion and serve food to students and staff according to established procedures. * Count ...

Culver City Unified

Food Service Assistant

Culver City, CA · On-site

$17.99 - $21.91/hr

Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school ... The Food Service Assistant classification performs basic and routine food service activities at an ...

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How much do student food service assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for student food service assistant in the United States is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Student Food Service Assistant vs Food Service Worker?

AspectStudent Food Service AssistantFood Service Worker
CredentialsTypically no formal certifications required; may need student statusMay require food safety certification or training
Work EnvironmentSchool cafeterias, educational institutionsRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Employer & IndustrySchools, educational institutionsFood service establishments, hospitality industry
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in school settings, student employmentGeneral food service roles, employment opportunities

The Student Food Service Assistant typically works in school cafeterias, assisting with meal service and cleaning, often as a part-time or student position. In contrast, a Food Service Worker may work in various food establishments, performing similar tasks but often requiring food safety certifications. While both roles involve food handling and customer service, the Student Food Service Assistant is primarily associated with educational environments and may not require formal certifications, whereas Food Service Workers often do.

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Student Food Service Assistant

Michigan State University - Residential Hospitality Services

East Lansing, MI • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
RHS Job Title
Student Food Service Assistant
Job Description
Pay rate: $14.73. Due to the minimum wage increase at MSU, the starting rate for this position is going to be $16 effective 8/9/26. Those hired prior to 8/9/26 will also be brought to the new minimum on this effective date.
Applications will be reviewed starting July 20th, so please be patient if you apply before this date and you will be contacted regarding interviews as soon as possible. Thank you!
Come work for Retail Branded Concepts!
Locations: The Workshop in the STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, Sabor in The International Center Food Court, The Sandbox in Holden Hall, and a new Retail Branded Concept in Holmes Hall this Fall semester. Your availability, preference, and the unit's need will determine which location(s) you will be scheduled within.
Under the supervision of the on-duty Student Supervisors, and/or full-time staff and Operations Managers, a Student Food Service Assistant will support Culinary Services to achieve its mission of Delivering Outstanding Spartan Experiences (DOSE) by providing exceptional customer service to our residents and guests. In this position you will gain real world experience with problem solving skills and leadership development opportunities.
May be assigned to any of the following duties:
• Maintaining dining areas at food venues
• Cooking, preparing, and/or serving food
• Accommodate customer needs, answer questions and solve problems
• Utilize point of sale and cash handing functions
• Venue and/or kitchen clean-up after meal service
• Maintaining cleanliness and supplies in operation
• May be reassigned during the shift, depending on operational needs.
• Contribute to a positive work and shopping environment for all customers in a collaborative work environment.
During your shift, you will report to the Student Supervisors, full-time team members, and management staff on duty. You will be responsible for performing tasks as assigned by any of the supervising employees who work in the area to which you've been assigned.
Transferable Skills
• Active Listening
• Punctuality
• Interpersonal Skills
• Task Prioritization
• Troubleshooting
Required Qualifications
• Be enrolled as a student at Michigan State University (during academic year)
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service
• Must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Must be positive and respectful, especially when working with a diverse population
• Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to attend shifts as scheduled
• Must have ability to work 2 shifts during the week. Weekday shifts are flexible 4-6 hours per shift between MON 10AM through THU 12AM/Close
• Must also have ability to work 1 shift every weekend. Weekend shifts are flexible 4-6 hours per shift between SUN 10AM through SUN 12:AM/Close.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous food service experience is preferred, but is not a prerequisite. For many of our employees, this is their first job!
• Minor computer knowledge required to complete online compliance training
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Physical Demands
Occasional lifting of 10 to 25 pounds.
Work Hours
Work Location Details:
International Center Retail Food Courts
7am - 8pm - some evenings required for events
The Workshop at STEM
7am-5:30pm Monday-Friday
Occasional evenings and weekends for special events
The Sandbox in Holden Hall6:30am-4:30pm Monday- Friday
Additional Info:• Team members may work 15-25 hours throughout the work week (Sun-Sat)
• During the school year domestic student employees may not work more than 29 hours per work week, and international student employees may not work more than 20 hours per work week
• During school breaks, between semesters, and during Summer semester, all student employees are permitted to work up to 40 hours per work week.
Work Location
Crossroads Food Court (Loc)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
20155485P
Open Date
07/07/2026
Close Date
07/31/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions for Applicant
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