General Food Service Worker

Job TitleGeneral Food Service WorkerJob DescriptionThe General Food Service Worker is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt, benefits-eligible position.Total CompensationHourly rate: $18Benefits: The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes automatic 10% retirement contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility (no match required), a 50% tuition benefit for dependent children upon eligibility, 14 paid holidays (including the week before New Year's Day), affordable medical plans, Health Savings Account contribution of $700 for individuals and $1400 for families (no match required, available to employees enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan), and a beautiful arboretum campus with walking trail and easy public transportation access. Please visit the Benefits page for more information.Work Location: On-Site at the Dining CenterAbout the Position The General Food Service Worker performs a variety of duties associated with the preparation and service of meals and sanitation for board plan, summer conferences, and special events within the Dining Center. This position requires a high level of customer service at all times, requires working early morning hours, evening hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.Primary ResponsibilitiesServe meals to customers, ensuring proper quality and portion size, while maintaining the highest level of customer serviceUpdate temperature logs at each meal and communicate needs to cooksMaintain front of house serving areas including beverage stations, salad and deli bars, serving lines, snack and dessert areas, and dining room. Ensure areas are fully stocked, visual presentation is correct, and areas are cleanWork as a cashier for the Retail and dining hall operations. Swipe ID cards for students and guests who have a meal plan, and accurately process all Cash or Credit Card transactionsAssist in basic food preparation for meals. Tasks may include slicing deli meats and cheeses; chopping vegetables; preparing salads, desserts, and fruits; as well as cleaning work area and equipment usedFamiliarity with basic cooking procedures which may include steaming, baking, deep frying, and grillingAssist in sanitation tasks of the dining operation. This includes working in the dish room and pot room, maintaining trash and recycling areas in dining center, sweeping and mopping, and wiping tables and counter topsAdhere to standards outlined by sanitation program (Serve Safe) and local, state, and federal guidelinesAssist in training of student worker staffOther duties as assigned or directedLine of Report: The General Food Service Worker reports to the Operations Manager and Supervisors.Minimum QualificationsCurrent Serv Safe certification or the ability to obtain certificationProfessional CompetenciesExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsProficient in communicating orally and in writing to customers, co-workers, and managementDemonstrated ability to read and follow written instructions, menus, and production sheetsSolid reading, hearing, and speaking skillsAbility to perform simple arithmeticGood manual dexterity and good sightAbility to be mobile between workstations and numerous campus buildingsWorking knowledge of safety precautions associated with the food service industryFamiliarity with basic cooking procedures which may include steaming, baking, deep frying, and grillingDemonstrated ability to utilize dining service equipment such as slicer, deep fryer, grill, and steamerPreferred QualificationsPrior cashier experienceSpecial RequirementsMust be able to work in extreme temperaturesMust be able to stand for periods up to 4 hours at a time, bend over, lift up to 50 pounds, and climb stairsTo Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit an application through Haverford College's Workday career website (no other form of application is accepted). A complete application includes 1) a resume and 2) a cover letter summarizing your interest and how your experiences and skills meet the requirements of the position. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io with questions about submitting your materials.The application deadline is September 24, 2026. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Should the search committee be interested in pursuing your candidacy, you will hear from them directly. Finalists will be asked to provide three professional references.Haverford College strives to maintain an equitable, accessible, and welcoming environment where staff, faculty and students of all backgrounds, perspectives, abilities, and experience can work, learn, and thrive. Haverford College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other identity or characteristic protected by law. Haverford College recognizes that we live and work on Lenape land.