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Volunteers of America

Food Services Worker

Anoka, MN · On-site

$15/hr

Inventory food, temp food, per safe food handling standards. * Ensure all food service areas, storage, supply areas and utensils are sanitary and orderly. * Maintain reservations and temperature logs ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: Will train! * Pay Range ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Edina, MN · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred. * Perks: Willing to train! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Edina, MN · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred. * Perks: Willing to train! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Albert Lea, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous food service experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $17.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Farmington, MN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred. * Perks: Willing to train, no nights or weekends, six ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Rochester, MN · On-site

$18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Pay Range: $16.30 per hour to $18 ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$19.57/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is a plus. * Fixed Pay Rate: $19.57 per hour. We Make Applying Easy ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Bemidji, MN · On-site

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is a plus. * Perks: Free meals! * Pay Range: $13.00 per hour to $15 ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Winona, MN · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Pay Range: $12.50 per hour to $14 ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Arlington, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: Willing to train! * Pay ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Duluth, MN · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: Shift meal, free uniforms ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER (PART TIME)

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous food service experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: Will train! * Pay Range ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER (PART TIME)

Albert Lea, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous food service experience is preferred. * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $17.00 per hour ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

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How much do temporary food service jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary food service in Minnesota is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary food service job?

Temporary Food Service jobs are short-term positions within the food service industry, where employees are hired for a specific period or event. These roles can include positions such as servers, cooks, dishwashers, or catering staff, often needed during busy seasons, special events, or to cover staff shortages. Temporary food service workers may work in restaurants, cafeterias, catering companies, or other food establishments. These jobs offer flexibility and can be a good way to gain experience in the hospitality industry. Many agencies and employers hire temporary staff through staffing agencies or job boards.

What are some common challenges faced in a temporary food service position, and how can I prepare for them?

Temporary food service roles often involve adapting quickly to new environments, working with different teams, and managing a fast-paced workload during peak hours. Flexibility and strong communication skills are key, as you may be assigned to various tasks such as food prep, serving, or clean-up. To excel, familiarize yourself with basic food safety practices and be ready to learn on the job. Being proactive and asking questions can help you integrate smoothly and ensure a successful temporary assignment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary food service worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Food Service worker, you need basic food handling skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and sometimes a food handler certification is typically required. Strong teamwork, communication, and adaptability help you excel in busy and changing food service environments. These skills ensure efficient service, food safety, and a positive customer experience in fast-paced settings.

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Temporary Food Service jobs near you
Infographic showing various Temporary Food Service job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 54% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,051 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Food Services Worker

Volunteers of America- Minnesota

Anoka, MN

$15/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Come join our life-changing team building hope, resilience, and well-being as a Food Services Worker!

Shift Details: Part-Time - 12 hours/week

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm - On-Call/Float opportunity available as well!

Compensation: $15.00/hour

Location: Anoka Senior Center - 1500 6th Ave, Anoka, MN 55303

About the job:

VOAMN Senior Nutrition Program is hiring a part-time Cook to prepare and serve meals to program participants, senior adults aged 60 and over, and maintain sanitary and orderly food service areas. 

Essentials: 

  • Follow prescribed procedures for preparing program defined meals, completing meal set up as defined by the program, serving and/or delivering meals to participants as defined by the program.
  • Inventory food, temp food, per safe food handling standards.
  • Ensure all food service areas, storage, supply areas and utensils are sanitary and orderly.
  • Maintain reservations and temperature logs

Required Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma
  • Ability to lift, up to 25 lbs.
  • Effective communication skills

About Us: 

Volunteers of America MN/WI serves as an affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. 

Volunteers of America Minnesota is a nonprofit health and human services organization that annually serves more than 25,000 children, adolescents and their families, older adults, persons with disabilities and special needs, and adults completing incarceration. Since 1986, we have helped people gain self-reliance, dignity, and hope. 

Take pride in helping others and join us today! 

At VOA, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. 

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