Student Worker, Food Services (2025/26)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Internship
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.50 - $16.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Flexible Schedule
work experience
On-campus employment
Skill development
Community involvement

Job Description

Taft College, originally established as Taft Junior College on August 30, 1922, has a rich history spanning over a century. Founded as part of the Taft Union High School District, the college initially held classes on the high school campus. It evolved over time, officially becoming Taft College on July 1, 1954, and in September 1956, it relocated to a dedicated campus at 29 Cougar Court, situated adjacent to the high school. Taft College operates under the West Kern Community College District, a single-college district governed by a five-member Board of Trustees. This institution is recognized as one of the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 units
  • in good standing with Taft College
  • student must remain enrolled and in good standing during employment

Job Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 units
  • in good standing with Taft College
  • able to follow sanitary and safety standards
  • capable of operating a cash register
  • good communication skills
  • able to manage time effectively
  • team-oriented and reliable

Job Duties

  • Assists in the preparation of food for service
  • assures that food is ready for service on time
  • follows proper sanitary and safety standards for food preparation
  • helps serve meals
  • fills ice and juice dispensers
  • stocks snack bar, Pepsi machine and milk machine
  • cleans assigned work area
  • washes cooking utensils effectively and quickly
  • empties trash containers and sanitize, if necessary
  • assists in the cleaning of floors in the cafeteria serving area
  • cleans ovens
  • depending on shift assignment, opens and locks all cafeteria doors and secures the facility
  • operates cash register and accompanying computer terminal to receive cash and record sales
  • close out and balance cash after shift
  • prepare or assist in preparing general reports
  • records meal plan usage
  • sets up and replenishes salad bar as needed
  • stores leftover items and cleans up the area
  • responsible for dispensing, storing, and rotating supplies used in the serving area
  • may transport food following proper sanitary and safety standards
  • performs related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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