Job Details
Food Service Worker
Job ID: 301632
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.
With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Dining Commons
Job Summary
Assist in daily food services operations to maintain satisfaction among Dining Services customers. Support and direct student and temporary employees to maintain optimal performance.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety and other risk management policies in performance of work
- Maintain and clean utensils, equipment and work areas; report damaged equipment
- Exhibit professional customer service
- Monitor sanitation practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations
- Wait on customers, take orders, deliver and/or service food
- Perform cashier duties
- Receive and stock merchandise
- Operate and clean dishwasher
- Prepare, cook and serve large amounts of menu items
- Maintain clean and sanitary cooking and preparation areas throughout shift
- Participate in training temporary and student employees
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
Proposed Salary
$15.84 - $16.47 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
- Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
- Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision
KNOWLEDGE
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Knowledge of use of food service equipment
- Understanding of portion control
- Knowledge and understanding of temperatures of hot and cold foods and temperatures for coolers and freezer
- Knowledge of sanitation regulations
SKILLS
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
August 14, 2026
Application review may begin on July 31, 2026
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
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