Student Food Services Employee (Fall 2026)

Position Introduction:

Prepares food (including meat pork poultry fish etc) following recipes and individual portion control. Utilizes kitchen utensils appliances and equipment in food preparation (ovens knives peelers dicers slicers mixers industrial dish machines recycling stoves etc.). Serves food in a courteous and respectful manner with proper portion control and knowledge of menu items. Load carry and transport hot or cold food items or containers to customers serving lines or dining tables - safely efficiently and timely. Washes sanitizes and stores pots pans and kitchen utensils in designated areas. Follows proper standards when cleaning/sanitizing the work area (floors food carts cabinets tables kitchen utensils and equipment dishes counters and tableware etc.). Assists other food services staff voluntarily as much as possible. May operate a cash register and will adhere to proper payment-handling processes. Cashiering and product handling and food serving are essential functions of the position. Scan handle and bag all merchandise which could include a wide variety of food-related goods (such as dairy deli meat and bakery) beverages (such as soft drinks and bottled beverages) entertainment and pharmaceutical products. Must be able to cross train in areas of service in the restaurant. The functions described here are not all-encompassing of those an employee may encounter while on the job.
Beyond the specific tasks of this job our goal is for you to also develop skills that are essential for any career path! In your position with OU Food Services youll have the opportunity to learn and enhance eight career readiness competencies outlined by the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) which are recognized by employers nationwide.

• Career & Self Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Perspective Awareness
• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be enrolled in the Fall 2026 term as a student at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Department Preferences:

None