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Food Service Worker - Rockefeller/Mathey College

Staff

May 1, 2026

Location

Princeton, NJ

Princeton University

Type

Full-time Staff

Required Qualifications

Food service procedures
Physical fitness (lift 50 lbs)
Flexible scheduling
NJ Health Codes compliance
HACCP temperature monitoring
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Food Service Worker - Rockefeller/Mathey College

Overview

Campus Dining invites applications for a food service worker in our Rocky College, a residential college at Princeton University. The food service worker is responsible for cold food preparation, setting up dining areas, serving food, bussing tables, garbage disposal, ware-washing, and sanitation procedures.

Princeton University Benefits: Helping You Thrive

Our comprehensive benefits package features an array of programs and resources to help care for you and your family, such as:

  • Paid time off (including vacation, sick time, and 11 University holidays)
  • Eligibility to enroll in medical, dental, and vision benefits on your first day of employment
  • Employer contribution of 9.3% to your Princeton University Retirement Plan
  • Career development opportunities, such as the SEIU Summer Transfer Program
  • Employee Child Care Assistance Program, Children’s Educational Assistance Plan, and Staff Educational Assistance Plan
  • Commuter Benefits Program and Employee Referral Program
  • Physical, mental, and financial wellness appointments on-site at our Employee Wellness Center

More Impact Than You Can Imagine

Campus Dining is committed to the success of our diverse community by nourishing Princeton students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors with healthy, high-quality ingredients. If you believe that community engagement happens around food, we invite you to join our dynamic culinary team, grow as an individual, and make an impact in a place where people, quality, and value mean everything.

Responsibilities

As a food service worker, you will:

  • Become familiar with food preparation procedures and regular use of standardized recipes
  • Prepare the service area prior to each meal period
  • Serve customers and prepare items as requested at food stations
  • Maintain the kitchen and food stations in a clean, safe fashion
  • Observe and record food and equipment temperatures in accordance with HACCP policies
  • Break down and store food items at the end of each day’s final meal period
  • Operate the dish machine and return clean dishes to the appropriate areas
  • Watch for safety/sanitary hazards or malfunctioning equipment
  • Assist in daily, weekly, and other periodic cleaning and maintenance duties
  • Observe all New Jersey State Health Codes and Regulations

Qualifications

  • Familiarity with food service procedures
  • Capable of working quickly and efficiently during rush periods
  • Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
  • Moderate physical fitness — as a food service worker, you must possess the following:
    • moderate physical agility, full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance
    • the ability to stand or walk up to two hours at one time for a total of 6–8 hours per day
    • the ability to sit for no more than two hours during an 8-hour day, except for cashiers and card checkers who may sit for 2–4 hours at once for a total of 4–6 hours per day
    • the ability to lift or carry up to 30 pounds from the floor to overhead frequently (34–66% of the workday)
    • the ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds from the floor to chest height occasionally (less than 33% of the workday)
    • the ability to push or pull using force up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday)
    • the ability to use arms and hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, or pulling with force up to five pounds continuously (67–100% of the workday), and up to 30 pounds frequently (34–66% of the workday)
    • the ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb, and reach occasionally (less than 33% of the work day)
    • the ability to work under a range of temperature conditions (e.g., kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, freezers, etc.)

Work Schedule

Food service worker is a biweekly paid position. Flexibility with scheduling, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays is required. Schedules may be changed due to business needs and work outside the unit may be required. This is an essential personnel position.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

👨‍🍳What are the main responsibilities of a Food Service Worker at Princeton University?

As a Food Service Worker in Rockefeller/Mathey College, you will prepare cold foods using standardized recipes, set up dining areas, serve customers, maintain clean stations, monitor temperatures per HACCP policies, operate dish machines, and ensure compliance with New Jersey State Health Codes. Daily cleaning and safety checks are essential. Explore more administration jobs at universities.

💪What qualifications and physical requirements are needed for this Food Service Worker role?

Key qualifications include familiarity with food service procedures, ability to work efficiently during rushes, and reading/writing instructions. Physical fitness is required: stand/walk 6-8 hours/day, lift 30 lbs frequently/50 lbs occasionally, push/pull 50 lbs, and work in varied temperatures. Review higher ed career advice for preparation.

What is the work schedule and flexibility for Food Service Workers at Princeton?

This is a biweekly paid, essential personnel position with flexible scheduling including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedules may change based on business needs, and work outside the unit could be required. Check higher ed admin jobs for similar roles.

🏥What benefits does Princeton University offer Food Service Workers?

Princeton provides comprehensive benefits from day one: paid time off (vacation, sick, 11 holidays), medical/dental/vision eligibility, 9.3% retirement contribution, career development like SEIU Summer Transfer, child care/educational assistance, commuter benefits, and on-site wellness center. Learn about university salaries and benefits.

📝How do I apply for the Food Service Worker position at Rockefeller/Mathey College?

Applications are invited through Princeton's Campus Dining for this Princeton University role. Submit via their HR portal before the expiration date of May 1, 2026. Princeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit higher ed jobs for more opportunities and free resume templates to prepare.

🎓Is experience required for this Food Service Worker job at Princeton?

Familiarity with food service procedures is preferred but not strictly required; training on recipes and HACCP will be provided. Focus on physical capabilities and efficiency. See admin support jobs in food services for entry-level options.
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