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Food Service Worker

North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Raleigh, WV - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 13 - 13

Posted: 7 September 2026 (8 days ago)

Application Deadline: 6 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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NC State Dining is seeking enthusiastic individuals to Join our Pack as a Food Service Worker. Successful candidates may work in a dining hall retail operation food court or restaurant setting.

Essential job duties include:

Perform general food service work including food prep line service and restocking food and beverage items.
Clean and restock work station and assist with the cleaning of the common kitchen and production areas.
May assemble menu items as per the recipe specifications and assist in maintaining the food temperature control and safety.
May prepare quality beverages such as espresso-based beverages coffee other drinks and food products consistently by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
Assist in receiving and stocking store merchandise.
Accurately process transactions through the Point of Sale (POS) by following NC State Dining procedures.
Provide exemplary customer service to every guest.
Following all health safety and sanitation guidelines and perform necessary cleaning tasks in accordance with maintaining a Grade A Sanitation rating.
Other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met. Position may be asked to assist in other locations as necessary.

This is an hourly position that includes a State required 32-day break at the end of 11 months. Superior work performance may provide an opportunity to renew employment and/or advance into a benefits eligible permanent position.

NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students staff and faculty on the North Carolina State University Campus. NC State Dining operates 10 cafes 3 food courts and 6 dining halls 4 markets 1 restaurant vending a nutritional counseling service and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 190 permanent EPS and SHRA employees.

Perks and Benefits:

As a Pack member you belong here and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Health Insurance for Temporary Employees.
Enhance your career with LEAD courses.
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts Wellness & Recreation Membership and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Position Information:

Requirements and Preferences:

Work Schedule:

Shifts are available from early morning to late nights including weekends. Please list your availability in the appropriate section of the application. Full- and part-time positions are available.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Work as a cohesive team member and play an integral part in creating a positive work environment.
Be an ambassador for NC State Dining and the university as a whole and enrich the quality of life for the campus community and support student success.

Minimum Experience/Education:

High School Diploma or equivalency.
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work will also be considered.

Department Required Skills:

Be dependable and manage time efficiently.
Ability to work proficiently in a fast-paced environment is essential.
Adapt to the changing customer volume level with a sense of urgency.
Follow written and/or verbal instructions and complete all tasks with excellence.
Communicate effectively with customers supervisors and peers and work cohesively as part of a team.
Provide outstanding customer service including the ability to remain professional and respectful under pressure when dealing with difficult situations.
This position requires standing for long periods of time walking bending twisting pulling and pushing. Because of the nature of a food service operation and working in a kitchen you must be able to work in extremely hot and cold conditions.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Years Experience Skills Training Education:

Previous food service experience.
Understanding of food safety cleaning and sanitation procedures.

Recruitment:

Recruitment Details:

Anticipated Hiring Range.

$13.50 per hour.

Recruitment Dates:

Job Open Date.

05/18/2026.

Applicant Information:

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age color disability gender identity genetic information national origin race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process you may contact Human Resources at or .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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