Food Service Assistant (Part-Time)

Job Posting:

JR101724 Food Service Assistant (Part-Time) (Evergreen) (Open)

Department:

University Dining Svcs-AVP's Office, PM

Position Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Open Date:

03-09-2026

Close Date:

$15.00 - $15.75

Job Description:

Under direct supervision, provides routine assistance in the preparation and serving of food, sanitation, and/or kitchen maintenance.

The Dining Services Department at Salisbury University is accepting applications for Food Service Assistant (Part-Time Contingent I) positions in Dining Services in an effort to maintain a pool of applicants for future openings. Once you have applied, if you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted.

Primary Job Duties:  Provide routine assistance in the preparation and serving of food; set up and break down service lines; cashiering; maintain safe and sanitary conditions; operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, mixers, toasters, etc.; consistently demonstrates excellent customer service skills to all internal and external customers and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  Serve Safe or Food Handler and/or Sanitation Certification required by the end of the first contract period/semester.  Ability to assist in preparing and serving food; to read and write; to perform basic arithmetic computations; to operate food service equipment and appliances; to use kitchen utensils; to work in irritating environments and adverse temperature conditions; to follow oral and written instructions; to lift, transport and stock food service supplies, materials and equipment.  Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. 

Preferred Qualifications: One year food service experience; High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional Job Information:

These are part-time (19 hour) non-exempt contingent positions with no benefits. Salary is up to $15.75 per hour. Working periods include late-August through mid-December and late-January through late-May; work schedules within these periods will vary based upon the needs of the University.

Applications will be accepted via Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System. Please visit our website www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online. See the FAQs of the Online Employment Application System for more information and instructions.  To be considered an applicant, you must apply online and submit the following: Three (3) professional references and complete work history. A cover letter and resume are preferred.  Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.