Residential Food Service Worker- Forbes College
Posted on December 22, 2025
Campus Dining at Princeton University is dedicated to supporting the success and well-being of its students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors by providing nourishing and healthy dining options crafted with care for the environment. Campus Dining is a vital part of Princeton’s commitment to sustainability, wellness, and exceptional service, working closely with various campus partners to create unique, memorable culinary experiences. The team combines expertise in culinary arts, wellness, sustainability, procurement, and hospitality to develop innovative food programs that celebrate diversity and quality. Their award-winning food service program emphasizes scientifically-backed, evidence-based principles to offer menus that are not only healthy and sustainable but also prepared with high-quality ingredients by dedicated culinary professionals.
Joining Princeton University's Campus Dining team means becoming part of a dynamic, passionate group that values people, quality, and value in every aspect of its work. The organization supports career growth and personal development while making a meaningful impact in a community-focused environment. The Residential Food Service Worker position at Forbes College is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in fast-paced culinary settings and enjoy providing outstanding customer service. This role emphasizes the preparation of food items adhering to a well-established menu and following standards for quality, appearance, sanitation, safety, and cost efficiency. Additionally, staff members in this role ensure that kitchens and stations are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly way, supporting overall operations and customer satisfaction.
This full-time, hourly position offers a minimum hourly wage of $22.60 and is eligible for overtime. The role is classified as an essential personnel position requiring flexibility to work late nights, early mornings, weekends, holidays, and potentially in various locations. Employees benefit from a comprehensive array of benefits, including paid time off, medical, dental and vision insurance (effective immediately), childcare assistance, tuition assistance programs, commuter benefits, and more. The position involves physically demanding tasks such as lifting, standing, walking, bending, and working in temperature-variable environments like kitchens and walk-in refrigerators, which require physical agility and stamina.
Princeton University upholds equal employment opportunities, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and ensuring all qualified individuals have equal consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. The university considers factors such as the scope of responsibilities, candidate qualifications, work and educational experience, collective bargaining agreements, and organizational needs when extending offers. The Residential Food Service Worker role offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about delivering food service excellence within a prestigious academic community that values sustainability and well-being.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- one year’s experience as a food service worker or in culinary training
- knowledge of New Jersey State Health Department rules and regulations
- ability to stand or walk up to 2 hours at one time for a total of 6-8 hours per day
- ability to sit for no more than 2 hours during an 8-hour day except card checkers who may sit up to 4 hours at one time
- ability to lift or carry up to 30 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- ability to push or pull using forces up to 50 lbs occasionally
- physical agility and full range of motion
- flexibility to work late nights, early mornings, weekends, holidays and in multiple venues
- ability to work rapidly and efficiently during rush periods
- willingness to adhere to safety, sanitation and energy conservation standards