Student Food Services Employee (Fall 2025) - Student or Work Study

Norman, OK, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $12.00 - $14.00

Benefits

free meal during 5-hour shifts

uniforms provided at no cost

hands-on experience in food preparation

opportunity for cross-training in cashiering and other areas

exposure to a dynamic team environment

flexible work hours aligned with academic schedule

professional development in customer service and kitchen operations

Job Description

The University of Oklahoma is a prestigious public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and a vibrant campus community, the university provides various employment opportunities for students, allowing them to gain valuable work experience while pursuing their studies. One such opportunity is within the University's food services department, which plays a vital role in supporting campus dining and event catering, ensuring that students, faculty, and visitors receive quality service and nutritious food in a safe and welcoming environment.

The position available is for a Food Service Worker who will be re... Show More

Job Requirements

must be enrolled in the Fall 2025 term at the University of Oklahoma
must provide current class schedule or document stating future enrollment
ability to safely handle food and kitchen equipment
ability to perform basic math for cashiering and inventory
physical endurance for fast-paced kitchen work
ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs
ability to stand and walk for long periods and adapt to varying temperatures
must follow university tuberculosis testing policy if hired
must maintain provided uniform
ability to work during university closings if required

Job Qualifications

enrolled as a student at the University of Oklahoma for Fall 2025 term
skilled in safe and sanitary food handling and kitchen equipment use
able to perform basic arithmetic for transactions and inventory
able to read and interpret menus, instructions, and communications
communicates effectively in English both orally and in writing
capable of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
ability to adapt to physical demands including lifting, standing, and repetitive movements
customer service skills
willingness to assist team members and handle multi-tasking

Job Duties

Prepares food including meat, pork, poultry, fish following recipes and portion control standards
properly measures, weighs, and combines ingredients for quantity preparation
utilizes kitchen utensils, appliances, and industrial equipment in food preparation
serves food courteously with proper portion control and menu knowledge
loads, carries, and transports hot or cold food items to customers or serving areas safely and efficiently
washes, sanitizes, and stores pots, pans, and kitchen utensils
cleans countertops, floors, tables, and serving areas
assists with special events and cross-trains in other service areas such as cashiering
operates a cash register and follows proper payment-handling processes

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